The Role of Herbs in Influencing Periodontal Health - A Systematic Review

Introduction: Herbal formulations have received attention in the recent past owing to its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and anti-oxidative effects. They can be either used alone or as a mixture in the form of dentifrices or mouth rinses. The current review aimed to assess the effectiveness and safety of various herbal formulations on gingival health. Materials and Methods: Total 18 articles were used for data extraction; all of them were randomised controlled trials which were searched from Pubmed/Scopus published from 2001 to 2019. Results: All the studies included showed that the herbal formulation used were effective in controlling plaque and gingivitis. Conclusion: Herbs prove to be promising in improving oral health, either when used alone or in combination.