Ancient Chinese and Egyptian civilisations used aloe vera to soothe burns, treat wounds, and reduce fevers. The aloe vera plant is known for its thick, pointed, fleshy green leaves, which may grow to about 12 to 19 inches in length. An alabaster statue of Cleopatra, who used aloe vera in her beauty routine. After four weeks of use, the aloe vera mouth rinse decreased plaque, gingivitis, and salivary Streptococcus mutans (a plaque-producing bacterium), making it comparable to chlorhexidine. A review of the effects of aloe vera on mouth ulcers in Oral Health and Preventive Dentistry (2022) found that aloe vera can accelerate the healing of mouth ulcers better than other interventions.

Source: Irish Examiner July 19, 2024 14:30 UTC