Ariana Ebrahimian, Shawn Manske, Christopher R D'Adamo, Kristen Klos-Maki
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Abstract: This case report evaluates the effectiveness of botanical oral health products in managing bacterial overgrowth and enhancing gingival and periodontal health in a 34-year-old female patient with mild-to-moderate gingivitis. The patient presented with bleeding on probing and positive pathogenic bacterial culture testing. The treatment regimen included a botanical toothpaste and oral rinse (Dentalcidin® and Dentalcidin® LS), oral probiotic, and dysbiosis protocol (Bioclear® Microbiome Detox Program). Post-treatment assessments revealed significant reductions in bleeding on probing and a marked decline in bacterial colony counts, indicating improved microbial balance. The bleeding index was reduced from 21% to 4% after six months, and from 4% to 1% during the subsequent three months using a botanical toothpaste and oral rinse. Periodontal pathogens that were present pre-treatment at high-risk levels were reduced to low-risk levels. These findings suggest that botanical oral health products can reduce bacterial overgrowth and improve periodontal parameters, offering a viable alternative to conventional therapies.
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