Antimicrobial Activity of Honey against Oral Microorganisms: Current Reality, Methodological Challenges and Solutions

Honey has been shown to have antimicrobial activity against different microorganisms, but its effects on oral biofilms are largely unknown. In this review, we analyzed the currently available literature on the antimicrobial activity of honey against oral biofilms in order to determine its potential...

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Published in:Microorganisms (Basel) 2022-11, Vol.10 (12), p.2325
Main Authors: Romário-Silva, Diego, Alencar, Severino Matias, Bueno-Silva, Bruno, Sardi, Janaína de Cássia Orlandi, Franchin, Marcelo, Carvalho, Rafaela Durrer Parolina de, Ferreira, Thayná Ellen de Sousa Alves, Rosalen, Pedro Luiz
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anti-infective agents
antibiofilm activity
Antiinfectives and antibacterials
Antimicrobial activity
Antimicrobial agents
Bacteria
Bacterial infections
Biofilms
Care and treatment
Chemical composition
Chemical properties
complementary therapy
Dental research
Dietary minerals
Enzymes
Food
functional food
Functional foods & nutraceuticals
Health aspects
Honey
Hydrogen peroxide
Microorganisms
Mouth diseases
Natural products
Oral diseases
oral health
Pathogens
Phytochemicals
Pressure ulcers
Prevention
Review
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Summary:Honey has been shown to have antimicrobial activity against different microorganisms, but its effects on oral biofilms are largely unknown. In this review, we analyzed the currently available literature on the antimicrobial activity of honey against oral biofilms in order to determine its potential as a functional food in the treatment and/or prevention of oral diseases. Here, we compare studies reporting on the antimicrobial activity of honey against systemic and oral bacteria, discuss methodological strategies, and point out current gaps in the literature. To date, there are no consistent studies supporting the use of honey as a therapy for oral diseases of bacterial origin, but current evidence in the field is promising. The lack of studies examining the antibiofilm activity of honey against oral microorganisms reveals a need for additional research to better define aspects such as chemical composition, the mechanism(s) of action, and antimicrobial action.
ISSN:2076-2607
2076-2607
DOI:10.3390/microorganisms10122325