Last update:
13-Jan-2026

The main problems faced by people worldwide today in terms of tooth damage are tooth decay and gingivitis/periodontal disease. Good oral hygiene is essential for healthy teeth, gums and in general the oral cavity and the body. The use of plants to improve dental health and promote oral hygiene has a long and important history since ancient times. The main problems that people are facing worldwide today in terms of tooth damage are tooth decay, plaque, gingivitis and more serious periodontal diseases. Plenty of research and studies on traditional herbal remedies can be found for the treatment of oral damages and the handling of diseases related to oral hygiene. Good oral hygiene is essential for healthy teeth, gums and the oral cavity in general. Plants and herbs that naturally enhance oral health, such as mint (Mentha), fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), coriander (Coriandrum sativum), etc., as they contain phytochemical compounds and substances, grow in nature. The results demonstrate that a number of herbal products and methods are used in oral hygiene to prevent and treat oral diseases. Not only are they just as effective, compared to modern chemical drugs, but their use is also safe and without the side effects of classic drugs. This research was carried out to point out the importance of using medicinal-aromatic plants in the field of dental science and how the continuation of studies with more protocols is necessary to inform patients about the treatment methods they can follow.

Key words: Herbal medicine, Medicinal plants, Oral health, Phytotherapy.