morus nigra

*Morus nigra*, commonly known as the black mulberry, is a botanical extract being investigated for its therapeutic potential in oral health, specifically for the treatment of periodontal diseases. In clinical research, it is formulated as a mouthwash and used as an adjunct to non-surgical periodontal treatments such as scaling and root planing (SRP). The extract is noted for its antimicrobial properties against subgingival plaque pathogens, including red complex bacteria and *Fusobacterium*. Additionally, it exhibits anti-inflammatory effects by modulating the levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines in the gingival crevicular fluid, specifically reducing tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) and interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β), while potentially increasing anti-inflammatory markers like interleukin-10 (IL-10).

Other names

black mulberrykaradut