Effectiveness of ginger extract (Zingiber officinale Rosc) on reducing oral odor levels (Halitosis)

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Bad breath (halitosis) is a common problem that often results from the decaying action of microorganisms on endogenous or exogenous proteins and peptides. Some factors that cause bad breath (halitosis) are smoking, alcohol consumption, diabetes, obesity, and periodontal disease. Ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) is one of Indonesia's medicinal commodities and spices included in traditional medicine. Ginger contains compounds such as antimicrobials from the phenol group, flavonoids, terpenoids, and essential oils, a class of bioactive compounds that ginger can inhibit microbial growth. To determine the role of ginger extract (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) in reducing halitosis levels in Hasanuddin University dental students in Makassar City, South Sulawesi. The design of the research is Experimental. This research obtained a sample of 45 respondents. Data collection using Consecutive Sampling. Data processing and analysis techniques were performed with the Independent Sample T Test. The results showed a significant difference in halitosis values between before and after gargling with 2%, 4%, and 6% ginger concentration solutions; the most effective concentration to reduce halitosis levels was 6% (p<0.05). Ginger extract (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) can cause a decrease in oral odor (halitosis) levels.