Humulus lupulus in management of orodental pathogens -An update

Oral diseases are major health problems with dental caries and periodontal diseases among the most important preventable global infectious diseases. Oral health influences the general quality of life and poor oral health is linked to chronic conditions and systemic diseases. More than 750 species of bacteria that inhabit the oral cavity, a number are implicated in oral diseases. Development of dental caries involves gram positive bacteria and gram negative bacteria are associated with periodontal problems. Natural phytochemicals obtained from plants is a good use of traditional medications. The aim of the article is to focus on the therapeutic properties of Humulus lupulus in the field of dental practice.