Effects Of Phytochemicals From Polyphenolic Compounds On Periodontium

Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease with high prevalence that occurs due to the interaction between dental plaque microorganisms and host defenses and results in destruction tissue of supporting teeth and tooth loss. Until today there have been many studies about traditional herbal treatments to treat periodontal diseases or to keep periodontium healthy, and these studies focused especially on food that contains fenolic compounds. Polyphenols are reactive metabolites and are found in abundant in fruits, vegetables and wholegrain products. The aim of this review is to evaluate the effects of certain plant extracts on the treatment of periodontal diseases