Could a tree extract beat bad breath in kids with braces?
NCT ID NCT07536438
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a mouthwash made from Moringa extract can reduce bacteria in the mouths of children aged 8 to 12 who wear removable braces. Sixty children were split into two groups: one used the Moringa mouthwash daily, the other followed standard oral hygiene. Researchers measured levels of Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus bacteria before and after the treatment to see if the herbal rinse made a difference.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Moringa mouthwash
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a natural mouthwash option to help control oral bacteria in children with braces.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial with only 60 children. Results may not apply to all kids, and Moringa mouthwash may not be more effective than standard oral hygiene.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Al-Azhar University - Faculty of Dentistry for Girls
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 11528, Egypt