Plant extracts and phytochemicals having antimicrobial characteristics could be immensely beneficial in medicinal
treatments. The present study deals with the effect of Citrus lemon extract over Periodontal pathogens which are primary
etiologic factors for periodontal diseases. The current study took into account periodontal pathogens such as Prevotella
Intermedia, Aggregatibacter Actinomycetemcomitans, and Porphyromonas Gingivalis. Chlorhexidine is a gold standard
antimicrobial agent with a wide antibacterial activity that is commonly used for chemical plaque management.