Astringents in dentistry: a r eview

Astringents are any group of substances that cause the contraction or shrinkage of tissues & that dry up secretions. Although Astringents were being used from age-old in one form or the other but their role & efficacy in dentistry & in mucosal health is now well explained & now it has emerged from salt water to various newer drugs. This article provides professionals with a broad overview of various categories of drugs as astringents and their implications for dental patients and treatment.

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