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概要

Antioxidants In Dentistry: Review Of Literature

Aksakalli S*

An antioxidant is molecule that can inhibit oxidations and free radicals harmful activities. There are many types of antioxidant products in the market and they can be produced from several sources including minerals, vitamins or food and herbal supplements. In developed countries, consumption of antioxidants has become widespread. As in every medical field, the usage of antioxidants is becoming more frequent. Antioxidants can help adjunct treating the progress of oral problems such as periodontitis or gingivitis. The properties of antioxidants have been studied to understand their mechanisms, to clarify their activities and the increasing evidences are raising hopes about antioxidants for human health.