Use of curcumin in oral health-a review

Abstract

Background: Turmeric has been credited with various medicinal properties in the customary arrangement of medication. Turmeric, a rhizome of Curcuma longa, is a herb known for its medicinal properties and is an increasingly acceptable and practical choice for a human being. It has demonstrated properties like calming, cancer prevention agent, antimicrobial, hepatoprotective, immunostimulant, germ-free, and antimutagenic. Because of these properties, it is very helpful in dentistry also. Objective: The objective of this review is to investigate the adequacy of turmeric herb in support of oral health. Methods: Pubmed and Google Scholar were searched for relevant information regarding Curcumin, its medicinal uses, and properties. Results: A total of 25 articles were selected for review which included information about the uses of Curcumin and its effects. Conclusion: In oral cavity, curcumin shows the decrease in plaque and calculus, and effective against the microorganisms. It prevents caries. Turmeric is a naturally acquired material that can be used for oral health problems.