ANTIMICROBIAL AND ANTIFUNGAL EFFECTIVENESS OF CYMBOPOGON CITRATUS IN INHIBITING MICROBIAL BIOFILMS IN PROSTHETIC BASE MATERIALS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

2026 Preprint Open access

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Authors: Ana Beatriz Aquino, Francisco Davi Silva de França, Ana Beatriz Aquino
DOI: 10.17605/osf.io/3dacb
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Abstract

Given the growing body of scientific literature and the methodological heterogeneity of available studies, conducting a systematic review is essential to critically synthesize existing evidence, estimate the antibacterial and antifungal efficacy of Cymbopogon citratus in inhibiting microbial biofilms formed on denture base materials, and support its potential clinical application in the prevention and control of these infections.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Oral microbiology and periodontitis research Essential Oils and Antimicrobial Activity Dental materials and restorations

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Publication date
1 January 2026
Document type
Preprint