Reduction of Microflora from Various Toothpastes by Gamma Radiation

Mouth is the foremost link of our body to the external environment. Invasion of any pathogenic microbe into mouth can result into bacteraemia and hence dread-full consequences. Infections starting from mouth can rapidly spread to brain and heart. So sterilization of toothpaste is very important. Use of gamma rays is a new and efficient technique in this respect. It resulted in complete eradication of microbial adulteration from toothpastes when tested.