“Topical dressings containing honey as well as silver sulfadiazine (SSD) have re-emerged as a treatment option for burn wound management. Honey is postulated to facilitate wound healing by its chemical debridement and anti-inflammatory action, and its ability to create a viscous barrier on the wound surface thus preventing the invasion of micro-organisms. Meanwhile, SSD may be considered as the gold standard for topical burn treatment. In contrast to honey, silver-containing dressings are capable of absorbing the burn exudates and releasing silver which has been recognized as an effective antimicrobial agent against a broad range of bacteria, yeast, and viruses. However, recent findings have shown that topical silver delays rather than promotes wound healing and is associated with potentially severe adverse effects.”