PRIMARY STUDY
Use of β-caryophyllene to combat bacterial dental plaque formation in dogs
Key Findings: The results showed that β-caryophyllene has antimicrobial activity against the proliferation of dog’s dental plaque-forming bacteria representing a suitable alternative to the use of chlorhexidine in prophylaxis and treatment of periodontal disease of dogs.
Type of Study: Animal Study
Study Result: Positive
Research Location(s): Brazil
Year of Pub: 2016
Cannabinoids Studied:
Phytocannabinoid Source: Not Applicable
Terpenes Studied: ß-Caryophyllene
Citation: Pieri FA, et al. Use of β-caryophyllene to combat bacterial dental plaque formation in dogs. BMC Vet Res. 2016; 12:216. doi: 10.1186/s12917-016-0842-1
Authors: Pieri FA, Souza MC, Vermelho LL, Vermelho ML, Perciano PG, Vargas FS, Borges AP, da Veiga-Junior VF, Moreira MA
