Antioxidant and pro-oxidant activity of Vitamin C in oral environment

Conclusion: The data validates the role of Vitamin C as an antioxidant under physiologic conditions exhibiting a cross over role as a pro-oxidant in pathological conditions. Further studies are required to substantiate its pro-oxidant activity to draw concrete conclusions.
Source: Table of Contents : Indian Journal of Dental Research : 2006 - 17(3) - Category: Dentistry Authors: Source Type: research