Flavonoids - Clinical effects and applications in dentistry: A review

S Leena Sankari, N Aravindha Babu, Vidya Rani, C Priyadharsini, K M K Masthan, S Leena Sankari, N Aravindha Babu, Vidya Rani, C Priyadharsini, K M K Masthan

Abstract

Flavonoids include a huge group of naturally occurring organic compounds. It is found in a large variety of plants including fruits, seeds, grains, tea vegetables, nuts, and wine. Many studies have shown that there is a strong association between flavonoid intake and the long-term effects on mortality. It is widely used in dentistry and it has many clinical effects. This article summarizes the effects of flavonoids to humankind and its clinical applications in dentistry.

Keywords: Anti-tumour effects; dentistry; flavonoids.

Conflict of interest statement

Conflict of Interest: None declared.

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