Resumen

GONZALEZ ESCOBAR, Raimara. Eugenol: propiedades farmacológicas y toxicológicas. Ventajas y desventajas de su uso. Rev Cubana Estomatol [online]. 2002, vol.39, n.2, pp.139-156. ISSN 0034-7507.

Eugenol is a phenolic derivative, commonly known as "esencia de clavo", which has been used in dental practice for centuries. Its pharmacological properties determined different uses. Its pharmacological effects are complex and depend on the concentration of free Eugenol to which the tissue is exposed. This paper presents the pharmacological and toxicological characteristics of Eugenol; it mentions some of the mechanisms of action proposed for both effects and also presents some of the new materials used in dentistry nowadays. Their uses and advantages over already existing Eugenol formulations are set forth.

Palabras clave : EUGENOL [pharmacology]; EUGENOL [toxicity]; RISK ASSESSMENT; DENTAL MATERIALS [therapeutic use].