Therapeutic Applications of Morinda citrifolia in Dental Sciences: A Review of Its Endodontic and Periodontal Benefits

Abstract

Around the world, herbal medicine is becoming a more often used alternative type of treatment. As a result, the field of dentists and its arsenal is finding a growing number of users for herbal medications. The medicinal benefits of Morinda citrifolia (M. citrifolia) and its components will be covered in the article in a number of different ways. There were many diverse types of properties found, which were categorized into anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant, wound-healing, anti-tumor, anti-diabetic, antibacterial and anti-septic, fungal, antiviral, anti-fungal, anti-wrinkle, anticaries agent, periodontal tissue regeneration activities, endodontic irrigant, and intracanal medicament. Using both in vitro and in vivo models, as well as clinical trials, it was determined that M. citrifolia should only be ingested cautiously and after extensive examinations into its chemical components and methods of action. Although M. citrifolia is commonly and effectively used in dentistry and medicine for the treatment or prevention of a number of ailments, this is the case.