Neem in Oral Diseases - An Update

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Review Article

Author Details : Akhilanand Chaurasia

Volume : 2, Issue : 1, Year : 2016

Article Page : 1-3

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Abstract

Herbal Medicines are a fast emerging trend in recent times, as they provide safer, effcective and economical treatment to patients. Azadirachta indica (neem) has been an integral part of health and oral care since times immemorial. It has shown to be an effective antimicrobial, antinflammatory and anticancer agent. In india it has been an indespensible part of oral care and is still a popular dental care agent in rural india. Incorporation of neem extract in oral health care products provides a natural solution to oro-dental problems and in maintaining oral health.

Keywords: Azadirachta indica, Antibacterial, Anti inflammatory, Anticancer

How to cite : Chaurasia A, Neem in Oral Diseases - An Update. J Oral Med Oral Surg Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2016;2(1):1-3

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