Potential biochemical effects of honey in oral health care: a review


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Almohana S. A., . and Alghonaim M. F., . and Almohana A. A., . and Zeeshan T., . and Qamar Z., . Potential biochemical effects of honey in oral health care: a review. pp. 23-30. ISSN 22317546

Abstract

Honey is a natural flower extract rich in healthy components including fructose glucose and various oligosaccharides. In addition it comprises of proteins enzymes trace elements vitamins and polyphenols. Honey has a long history for its uses in medicinal purposes. However its benefits on oral health have been overlooked till date. The main aim of this review is to address the benefits of honey in oral cavity which have been identified in previous studies to have anti-cariogenic and anti-plaque; and also for the treatment of cancer-induced mucositis and xerostomia.


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Abstract

Honey is a natural flower extract rich in healthy components including fructose glucose and various oligosaccharides. In addition it comprises of proteins enzymes trace elements vitamins and polyphenols. Honey has a long history for its uses in medicinal purposes. However its benefits on oral health have been overlooked till date. The main aim of this review is to address the benefits of honey in oral cavity which have been identified in previous studies to have anti-cariogenic and anti-plaque; and also for the treatment of cancer-induced mucositis and xerostomia.

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Item Type: Article
AGROVOC Term: Honey
AGROVOC Term: biochemical compounds
AGROVOC Term: Glucose
AGROVOC Term: Oligosaccharides
AGROVOC Term: Fructose
AGROVOC Term: Antimicrobials
AGROVOC Term: Gingivitis
AGROVOC Term: Health care
Depositing User: Mr. AFANDI ABDUL MALEK
Last Modified: 24 Apr 2025 00:55
URI: http://webagris.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/9640

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