The Benefits of Murraya koenigii in Dentistry–A Scoping Review
Vanishree H Shivakumar1
, Annapurny Venkiteswaran 2, Eddy Hasrul Hassan2, Anand S. Tegginamani1 and Nurhayati M. Zain21Faculty of Dentistry, SEGi University, Malaysia
2Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
Corresponding Author E-mail: vanishreeshivakumar@segi.edu.my
Abstract: Introduction: Oral diseases are among the most common long-term conditions affecting the population. Medicinal plants are being used as a natural remedy for oral health issues due to their medicinal properties and lower side effects and cost compared to conventional antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agents. This study aims to review and summarize the potential uses of Murraya koenigii (L.) Spreng. (syn. of Bergera koenigii L.) in dentistry and update clinicians about its implications in dental management for maintaining oral health. Materials and Methods: The data was collected by five reviewers from multiple articles, case reports, review papers, and original studies that were published in PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus. Results and Conclusion: The extracts of Murraya koenigii is a promising alternative to synthetic therapeutic agents in dentistry. Further research is required to explore its potential use in oral health.
Keywords: Antimicrobial; Bergera koenigii L; herbal extract; Murraya koenigii; Oral health Back to TOC