Efficacy of JaminTea Herbal Mouthwash Against Streptococcus mutans, Porphyromonas gingivalis, and Candida albicans

Porphyromonas gingivalis, Streptococcus mutans, and Candida albicans are the principal microorganisms implicated in oral and dental health issues, frequently aggravated by inadequate oral hygiene. Although tooth brushing is essential, mouthwash can serve as a valuable supplement; nonetheless, several commercial formulations contain chemical components that may pose negative effects with prolonged use. This study sought to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of “JaminTea,” a herbal mouthwash, against various oral infections. The technique included formulation, physicochemical characterization, antibacterial testing (disc diffusion, Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC), Minimum Bactericidal Concentration (MBC), and biofilm activity study). JaminTea had advantageous physicochemical properties and potential antibacterial efficacy. The MIC-MBC values and inhibition zone diameters for S. mutans, P. gingivalis, and C. albicans were around 57.88% (1.04–14.33 mm), 61.29% (2.23–14.21 mm), and 55.86% (1.66–8.14 mm), respectively. A notable decreased biofilm was recorded: 91.31% for S. mutans, 89.53% for P. gingivalis, and 89.05% for C. albicans (p < 0.50). The results indicate that JaminTea is a viable option for herbal mouthwash, necessitating more cellular and clinical assessment.