[The influence of selected plants on the tobacco smoking-induced effects in the oral cavity--review]

Przegl Lek. 2015;72(10):578-80.
[Article in Polish]

Abstract

Tobacco smoking is a culprit of many pathological lesions on the oral mucosa. In this literature review we focused on various therapeutic options for tobacco induced mucosal pathologies. Many active ingredients of Aloe vera, Chamomile, Curcuma longa and Calendula show potent anti-inflammatory and regenerative activity, making plant derived drugs a reasonable option for traditional pharmaceuticals.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Mouth / drug effects*
  • Mouth Mucosa / drug effects
  • Plant Extracts / pharmacology*
  • Smoking / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Plant Extracts