Kaymito Leaves as Antibacterial Mouthwash

KAYMITO LEAVES AS ANTIBACTERIAL MOUTHWASH I- demonstration An effective oral cavitywash is one that does not only make the intimation fresh but also serves as an antibacterial. It should not simply mask the effective mouth odor ca applyd by excessive activity of bacteria inhabiting the mouth. There is a need to prevent the increase in the population of such. A mouthwash is a solution in addition to unvarying oral hygiene method such as brushing. Alternative mouth gargles lavatory be prepared from locally available plants such as herbs and fruit bearing ones. Certain plant parts may stick active ingredients that have antimicrobial activity.An example is the peppermint that contains crucial oils free-base to be efficient in neutralizing mouth conditions and in freshening clue. This study Aims to conclude following questions Is Kaymito leaves decoction can be effective mouthwash? Is the peppermint that contains essential oils can be effective in neutralizing mouth conditio ns and in freshening breath? In this study the people will benefit because they can use it in the prevention of dental diseases and maintenance of the oral health and it can be used for preventing gums and oral infections.This study only tested the feasibility of using decoction prepared from kaymito leaves as mouthwash II- REVIEW OF RELATED writings A. Review of Literature Kaymito (chrisophyllum cainito) is a common angiosperm in equatorial countries. This fruit-bearing tree has leathery oblong leaves that are dark green and glazed on the upper surface and golden brown on the underside, its sound fruits are among the favorites. To treat swollen gums, De Guzman-Ladion (1995) suggests to a gargle concoction from