Herbs in Periodontal Therapy

Periodontal disease describes various pathological conditions which affects the supporting tissues of dentition. Over the last decade, herbal and Ayurvedic drugs has become a subject of world importance, as they possess both medicinal and economic implications. Herbal excipients are non-toxic and compatible; they have a major role to play in pharmaceutical formulation. Herbal medicines have been widely used all over the world since ancient times and have been recognized by physicians and patients for their better therapeutic value as they have fewer adverse effects as compared to modern medicines . Active phytochemicals are useful for the prevention, treatment and maintenance of periodontal diseases. Herbal extracts in the form of dentifrice, medicated gel, ointment, solution etc. have been proved effective in preventing and treating periodontal disease.