Natural Products Applications in Orthodontics: A Review
Abstract
Aims: Natural products are used in dentistry to treat various dental diseases. They are considered an active alternative to antibiotics and could offer prevention and therapeutic approaches for oral infections. The main objective was to study the available information regarding the applications of natural products in orthodontics. Materials and Methods: We defined the natural products, and reviewed and explained their applications in general dentistry and orthodontics. Conclusions: This literature shows that several herbal products can control many inflammatory processes and are safer for longer than those chemical drugs.