What Is Eugenol Used for in Dentistry

Eugenol has been widely used in dentistry to treat toothache and pulpitis (7). A previous study indicated that eugenol may be an ideal natural agent for use in oral care products. Eugenol inhibits the growth and insoluble and soluble glucan synthesis of S. sobrinus (8).

What does eugenol do for teeth?

It helps numb and reduce pain to ease a toothache. Eugenol also has natural anti-inflammatory properties. It may reduce swelling and irritation in the affected area. Dry Socket Paste, an over-the-counter treatment dentists recommend for teeth extraction pain, has eugenol.

Why is zinc oxide eugenol used in dentistry?

Zinc oxide-eugenol cements are considerably better tolerated by tissue than other dental materials. As they alleviate pain and are bacteriostatic and antiseptic, they are well tolerated by patients. The cements are good insulators and possess better sealing properties than zinc phosphate cements.