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This research aims to evaluate the impact of herbal mouthwashes on the tensile strength of absorbable sutures.

February 8, 2026Scientific ReportsOpen Access

Mechanical performance of sutures exposed to natural extract-based mouthwashes

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In-vitro analysis revealed herbal mouthwashes maintain tensile strength in absorbable sutures, suggesting potential for safe postoperative care.

This research aims to evaluate the impact of herbal mouthwashes on the tensile strength of absorbable sutures.
Examined tensile strength before and after 24h, 3 days, 1 week, and 2 weeks of immersion in various media.
Used two types of absorbable sutures: polyglactin and poliglecaprone.
Employed a universal testing machine to apply a constant load and measure tensile strength.
Significant differences in tensile strength were noted across suture groups and immersion media (p < 0.05).
Sutures in artificial saliva exhibited the lowest tensile strength, while those in herbal solutions showed better maintenance.
Dipoptassium glycyrrhizinate-propolis combination resulted in the highest tensile strength across both suture types.

Alaqeely et al. (2026) studied this question.

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In-vitro analysis revealed herbal mouthwashes maintain tensile strength in absorbable sutures, suggesting potential for safe postoperative care.