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  • Oral hygiene and therapeutic interventions.
  • Pharmacology and material science in oral care.

Background:

  • Review of "alternative" or "natural" over-the-counter (OTC) mouthwashes including saltwater, baking soda, coconut oil, charcoal, propolis, seaweeds, and probiotics.
  • Exploration of novel immunomodulatory mouthwashes (e.g., erythropoietin) for managing oral mucositis (OM) post-radiotherapy.
  • Discussion of emerging nanoparticle-containing mouthwashes (e.g., iron oxide) for targeted antimicrobial delivery in OM treatment.

Approach:

  • Narrative review of current and emerging mouthwash products.
  • Analysis of clinical evidence for natural mouthwash efficacy.
  • Examination of host immune response modulation and nanoparticle applications in oral rinses.

Key Points:

  • Clinical effectiveness of most natural mouthwashes remains under debate, with some evidence supporting propolis for reducing plaque and gingivitis.
  • Novel mouthwashes aim to reduce inflammation (erythropoietin) and enhance antimicrobial delivery (nanoparticles).
  • Environmental concerns include packaging waste, antimicrobial resistance, and marine life impact.

Conclusions:

  • Despite challenges in regulatory approval and side effects, numerous innovative mouthwashes are in development.
  • These future products hold potential for managing prevalent oral diseases like caries, gingivitis, and periodontal disease.
  • Further research is needed to validate efficacy and address environmental and safety concerns of novel oral rinses.