ANTIOXIDANTS in DENTISTRY

ISBN-13: 9786202211758 / Angielski / Miękka / 2025 / 100 str.

Sachin Sharma; Navpreet Kaur; Roopali Gupta

Opis

Antioxidants play a significant role in modern dentistry due to their ability to neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress, which is a contributing factor in many oral diseases. Oxidative stress is particularly relevant in conditions such as periodontitis, where chronic inflammation and tissue destruction are prevalent. In such cases, antioxidants like Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and Coenzyme Q10 are used as adjuncts to conventional periodontal therapy to enhance healing and reduce inflammation. Similarly, antioxidants are beneficial in the management of various oral mucosal disorders, including oral lichen planus, leukoplakia, and oral submucous fibrosis. Natural compounds such as lycopene, beta-carotene, and curcumin have shown promise in reducing oxidative damage in these conditions.