ALOE VERA: A BOON IN DENTISTRY
Journal Title: Int J of Pharm Rev& Res - Year 2014, Vol 4, Issue 3
Abstract
Aloe vera is well known for its marvellous medicinal properties. These plants are one of the richest sources of health for human beings coming from nature. It has been grown as an ornamental plant widely. Products of the plant are used in the treatment of various ailments. Various parts of the plant have different effects on the body. Aloe vera is an ancient, natural ingredient that would be hailed as a major scientific breakthrough if it came out of a modern drug lab. It coats, soothes and can even heal ulcers and irritations. Proven in multiple clinical studies, Aloe vera has been used in dentistry for its wound-healing effects, gingivitis, plaque control & curing oral mucosal lesions. Aloe vera may also reduce the pain and duration of oral ulcers while speeding healing. The dentists should use Aloe vera at a level high enough to maximize its therapeutic benefit
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Richa Wadhawan , Siraj DAA Khan , Gaurav Solanki , Sabreena Sabir
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