The Clinical Antimicrobial Efficacy of Garlic Extract (Allium sativum) Compared to Chlorhexidine Mouthwash: A Systematic Review https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2210803325000648 Garlic shows promise as a mouthwash alternative to standard chemical compounds, say scientists https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-11-garlic-mouthwash-alternative-standard-chemical.html The review article cites numerous studies that demonstrate the antimicrobial effect of garlic extracts against various bacteria, fungi and viruses