Abstract
ObjectivesThe purpose of this study was to evaluate the enamel protection induced by a new mouthwash containing phytocomplexes and natural extracts against acid attacks. Materials and methodsSixteen pairs of enamel fragments obtained from healthy human teeth were used in this study and treated with mouthwash or with deionized water. Ultraviolet/visible (UV/vis) spectrophotometry and SEM ultra-morphological analyses were performed for the evaluation of the enamel protection by the mouthwash after citric and lactic acid challenge. ResultsThe ultraviolet/visible (UV/vis) spectrophotometry and the SEM ultra-morphological analysis showed that the specimens treated with the mouthwash containing Lapacho and Chios Mastic presented no sign of enamel demineralisation. ConclusionsDaily use of this innovative mouthwash may help protect against enamel demineralization caused by bacteria and food.
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