The aloe plant belongs to the onion/garlic family and there are about three hundred species of aloe Vera. However the most important one is Aloebadensis Miller. Aloe contains almost 20 amino acids, vital minerals like calcium, magnesium and sodium in sufficient quantities, enzymes, vitamins, polysaccharides, nitrogen and other components which make it a miracle substance. Aloe Vera is found to have medicinal and cosmetic properties. Aloe Vera properties find expressions in aloe wound creams, moisturizers, cleansers, gels, health drinks etc.
Aloe Vera can also be used around dental implants to control inflammation from bacteria contamination. Other oral disorders such as Candidiasis, Gingivitis, Vesiculobullous diseases, acute monocytic leukemia, hematological disorders and nutritional problems all respond to aloe vera use. Menopausal patients and medications which can cause Xerostomia or dry mouth. Aloe vera has a future in new applications for anti-inflammatory procedure, antiviral, and immunological benefits.