درمانهاي سنتي بيماريهاي پريودنتال در ايران : بررسي كتابخانه اي و شركتهاي دارويي گياهي

Traditional treatments of periodontal disease in Iran

Background and Aim: Periodontal diseases are highly prevalent among people. Considering the special attention paid by world organization for the development and application of traditional medicine in the system of health - treatment services, the goal of this study was to identify the valuable heritage of Iran traditional medicine on periodontal diseases and drugs. Materials and Methods: Based on the bibliography approcal taken in the present study, the related information was collected through the revision of valuable books compiled by conspicuouse Iranian authors which were kept in reliable centres such as libraries and research organizations. On the other hand, pharmaceutical - herbal companies were also investigated and the most recent information on the relationship between herbal medicine and periodontal diseases were obtained and analyzed. Results: Traditional medicine of Iran is based on exact observations and experiences in the description and treatment of periodontal diseases which, due to its natural origin, easy accessibility and relative safety, can be considered as an important sources for modern pharmaceutical research. Conclusion: It was concluded that periodontal diseases, along with their symptoms and signs and treatment modalities such as herbal medication, diets and simple surgeries were fully discussed in Iran traditional medicine.