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Dental Journal (Majalah Kedokteran Gigi)

ISSN 1978-3728

Vol. 41 / No. 3 / Published : 2008-07

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Original Article :

The use of bay leaf (eugenia polyantha wight) in dentistry

Author :

  1. Agus Sumono*1
  2. Agustin Wulan*2
  1. Department of Dental Material Faculty of Dentistry Jember University Jember - Indonesia
  2. Department of Biomedic Faculty of Dentistry Jember University Jember - Indonesia

Abstract :

Background: Bay leaf or Eugenia polyantha Wight is a species that has several chemical properties. Bay leaf consists of tanine, flavonoid, essensial oil, including citric acid and eugenol. Purpose: This article describes the chemical properties of Eugenia polyantha Wight that are widely used in dentistry. Reviews: The chemical properties of Eugenia polyantha Wight have analgesic, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory effect, so they can be used as an alternative dental therapy. These properties can be used as a basic of therapy or as a basic ingredients of treatment. Conclusion: Eugenia polyantha Wight has some useful pharmacologic activities. However, only few reports were published about the use of bay leaf in dentistry. We suggest this article can be used as a basic knowledge for dental researchers.

Keyword :

Eugenia polyantha Wight, essensial oil, tanine, flavonoid, dental therapy,


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Volume : 41 / No. : 3 / Pub. : 2009-09
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  5. Isolation And Identification Of Java Race Amniotic Membrane Secretory Leukocyte Protease Inhibitor Gene
  6. The Role Of Proper Treatment Of Maxillary Sinusitis In The Healing Of Persistent Oroantral Fistula
  7. The Management Of Oral Candidosis In Diabetic Patient With Maxillary Herpes Zoster
  8. Non-invasive Endodontic Treatment Of Large Periapical Lesions
  9. Potential Role Of Odontoblasts In The Innate Immune Response Of The Dental Pulp
  10. The Use Of Bay Leaf (eugenia Polyantha Wight) In Dentistry
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