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. 2021 Mar;63(1):23-34.
doi: 10.1016/j.job.2021.01.001. Epub 2021 Jan 16.

The use of propolis in dentistry, oral health, and medicine: A review

Felix Zulhendri  1 , Rafael Felitti  2 , James Fearnley  3 , Munir Ravalia  4
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The use of propolis in dentistry, oral health, and medicine: A review

Felix Zulhendri et al. J Oral Biosci. 2021 Mar.

Abstract

Background: Propolis is a resinous product that is collected from plants by bees to cover holes and crevices in their hives. Propolis has potent antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, wound healing, and anticancer properties. Propolis has been used therapeutically by humans for centuries, including the treatment of dental caries and mouth infections.

Highlight: This review article attempts to analyze the potential use of propolis in general dentistry and oral health management.

Conclusion: Propolis is potentially useful in dentistry and oral health management based on available in vitro, in vivo, and ex vivo studies, as well as human clinical trials.

Keywords: Dentistry; Oral health; Oral medicine; Propolis.

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Conflicts of interest All authors declare no competing financial interests and no conflict of interest.

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