Abstract:Introduction: Periodontitis is the 6th classic complication of Diabetes Mellitus (DM). Both Diabetes & periodontitis are chronic inflammatory diseases. As DM accelerates bone resorption; when periodontal disease affects a diabetic individual, extensive alveolar bone loss occurs. Propolis is a natural antibiotic & anti-inflammatory agent that honey bees (Apis mellifera) collect from tree buds or other botanical sources; and use in the construction as well as the protection of their hives. Due to its broad pharm… Show more
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