Garlic extract rivals traditional mouthwash for dental hygiene in surprising new review

Garlic extract rivals traditional mouthwash for dental hygiene in surprising new review

A new review from the University of Sharjah suggests that mouthwash made with garlic extract may fight germs as effectively as chlorhexidine, a widely used antiseptic in dental care.Chlorhexidine, a common ingredient in mouthwash, is often considered the gold standard for reducing bacteria, but it can come with its own drawbacks. The researchers wanted to see whether garlic, long known for antimicrobial properties, could offer a natural alternat…