In:
Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Wiley, Vol. 2013 ( 2013), p. 1-8
Abstract:
Propolis, known also as bee glue, is a wax-cum-resin substance which is created out of a mix of buds from some trees with the substance secreted from bee's glands. Its diverse chemical content is responsible for its many precious salubrious properties. It was used in medicine already in ancient Egypt. Its multiple applications during the centuries have been studied and described in details. The purpose of this study is to present the possible use of propolis in treatment of various diseases of oral cavity in their dental aspect. The paper presents properties and possible applications of bee glue depending on dental specialities. An overview of publications which appeared during the recent years will allow the reader to follow all the possibilities to apply propolis in contemporary dentistry.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
1741-427X
,
1741-4288
Language:
English
Publisher:
Wiley
Publication Date:
2013
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2171158-6
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2148302-4
