Herbals in dentistry

Herbals in Dentistry
Introduction
• The history of herbal medicines is as old as the history
of healing itself.
• Only in the past fifty years, with the increase in
synthetic drug manufacture and the medical promise of
a drug to cure every ailment, has the use of botanicals
as medicines taken a back seat to prescription of
manufactured pharmaceuticals

Herbal Medicine
Herbalism or Botanical Medicine is the use of herbs
for their therapeutic or medicinal value.
An herb is a plant or plant part valued for its
medicinal, aromatic or savory qualities.

World Health Organization (WHO)
 HERBAL MEDICINE
119 plant-derived pharmaceutical medicines
74 percent are used in modern medicine in different ways
Major pharmaceutical companies hunting the plant
materials gathered from the rain forests and other places

Classification of Herbal Medicines
 Traditional Chinese Herbalism
 Ayurvedic Herbalism
 Western Herbalism

EARLY HERBALS
 The Hortus Sanitatis is the oldest book
 It is illustrated with more than 1,000
woodcuts, about half of which illustrate
plants.
 German herbarius or the Gart der
Gesundheit

Sassafras tea
 Sassafras tea is made from the root bark of
Sassafras.
 It is refreshing and tonic
 The root bark and root pith are used in
alternative medicine as an alterative, anodyne,
antiseptic, aromatic, carminative, diaphoretic,
diuretic, stimulant and vasodilator.
 An Infusion is used to treat gastrointestinal
complaints, colds, liver and kidney ailments,
rheumatism skin eruptions and as a blood
purifier

NATURAL DENTAL CARE
 Truly natural oral hygiene products
 made without alcohol, chemicals, sweeteners or
preservatives
 These formulas contain herbs and essential oils.
 Botanical tinctures are made from organically grown or
ecologically wild crafted.
 Ecnomical

NATURAL TOOTH BRUSHING
 Neem stick , Baniyan Twig, Miswak,
 Mango leaf, Coconut sheath

 The twigs contain volatile oils which stimulate
blood circulation, tannins that tighten and
cleanse gum tissue and other materials, such as
vitamin C, which maintain healthy gums.
 Most effective natural tooth powders promotes
 Circulation in the gums.
 Astringent.
 Tightens the gums and removes debris.
 Detoxification.

Alfalfa
 Also known as BUFFALO HERB, Alfalfa
grows in dry fields, in sandy wastes.
 The leaves, petals, flowers, sprouts
are commonly used to treat stomach
and blood disorders.
 Alfalfa is high in calcium, Iron,
Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium,
Chlorine, and Vitamin K.

Aloe Vera
 The aloe vera plant has fleshy spiny-toothed leaves and red or
yellow flowers it is an ingredient in many cosmetics because it
heals moisturizes
 Simply cut one of the aloe vera leaves to easily extract the
soothing gel.
 Applied externally, aloe vera gel is excellent for soothing
inflamed gums and sores in the mouth.

Anise
 Also known as sweet fennel
 The licorice-flavored seeds are used in medicine and as
a flavoring agent.
 Effective antiinflamatory agent.
 Anise is commonly used in tea to soothe the gums.
 Chew fennel seeds whole to eliminate bad breath

Annatto
 A small tropical American tree, annatto is a rich source of vitamins A and
D-richer than cod-liver oil.
 Apply annatto after tooth extraction or gum surgery.

Echinacea
 Echinacea is indigenous to North America and is
exported to Europe for medicinal uses.
 It is used as a stimulant to the immune system.
 Echinacea has also been used topically to promote the
healing of wounds. There are few side effects.
 It can be used in children and adults.

Eugenol Oil
 Eugenol oil is recorded as new
topical treatment modality
 Eugenol is prescribed as anti-pyretic
sterilizing agent, analgesic, curing
skin ulcers.
 For headache, epilepsy, promoting
gastric function….etc.
 It is used as a effective treatment
for recurrent apthous stomatitis..

Cuprident
 Ingredients
 Calcium Carbonate, Deionized Water
 Vegetable Glycerine
 Titanium Dioxide, Kaolin, Gum Cellulose
 Extracts Of
 Echinacea Aungustofolia, Echinacea Purpurea,
Gotu Kola, Green Tea
 Pure Essential Oils Of
 Peppermint, Red Thyme, Cinnamon Bark
 Eucalyptus Globulus
 Lavender
 Plant Saponins

Himalaya
 Its antibacterial and antioxidant action fights
germs and bacteria responsible for dental caries,
thereby preventing toothache, prevents bad breath
and plaque formation. It also stops bleeding of
gums, reduces swelling of gums and heals gum boils
and sores.
 Indications
 Inflammatory dental conditions
 Periodontitis
 Gingivitis
 Dental plaques

Herbal Neem
 Neem promotes healthy gums and has been used for oral
healthcare for centuries.
 Neem Toothpaste is a great tasting dental cream that
contains neem bark, fennel, clove, rape seed, mint and
liquorice.
 Neem Toothpaste is suitable for all vegetarians,
diabetics and children.
 Neem Toothpaste contains no harmful substances
 Neem Toothpaste is fluoride free.
 Action & Benefits
 Its antibacterial and antioxidant action fights germs
and bacteria responsible for dental caries
 Stops bleeding of gums
 Reduces swelling of gums
 Heals gum boils and sores

Herbal Antiseptic Rinse
 A highly concentrated blend of natural herbs
and essential oils, extremely refreshing, keeps
breath fresh for hours.
 Ingredients
 Deionized Water, Vegetable Glycerine, Extracts Of
Echinacea Aungustofolia, Echinacea Purpurea & Gotu Kola;
Pure Essential Oils Of Eppermint, Red Thyme, Cinnamon
Bark, Eucalyptus Globulus & Lavender..

IN DENTAL CARIES
 Compounds present in both green tea and black tea
have been shown to inhibit the growth and activity of
bacteria associated with tooth decay.
 Animals given tea compounds in their drinking water
develop fewer dental caries than do those drinking
plain water.
 Brushing twigs

IN PERIODONTAL PROBLEMS
 Herbs such as Amla that support the healing and development of
tissue when taken internally.
 Bilberry fruit and Hawthorn berry stabilize collagen,
strengthening the gum tissue.
 Licorice root promotes anti-cavity action, reduces plaque, and has
an antibacterial effect.
 Standouts include Yellow dock root, Alfalfa leaf, Cinnamon bark,
and Turmeric root
 Echinacea, Eucalyptus, and Myrrh as washes or a gum massage with
the oil of eucalyptus to treat Periodontal diseases.

IN MOUTH SORES
 Since mouth ulcers are breakdown in
tissue structure, the herb centella
asiatica can be quite effective.
 Gotu kola is widely known to heal wounds
and promote connective tissue growth.
 The most outstanding herbal remedy for
mouth sores is licorice root, a potent anti-
inflammatory and tissue healer.

IN GINGIVITIS
 Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums (gingivae), usually caused
by bacteria.
 Mouthwash containing sage oil, peppermint oil, menthol,
chamomile tincture, expressed juice from echinacea, myrrh
tincture, clove oil, and caraway oil, Neem, Chamomile Echinacea
are used to cure gingivitis.

INTERACTION BETWEEN HERBALS
AND DENTAL DRUGS
 The quality, purity and strength of herbal remedies can
be affected by a number of factors including,
The season
The geographical source of the plant
The time and conditions at harvest
The drying and processing procedures used
Formulation and manufacturing of the dose.

 Certain herbs may be toxic, especially when
used over a long period of time or in great
amounts.
 Herbs contain active ingredients that may
interact negatively with prescribed medications
or other remedies.

• Herbs, which are powerful healing agents,
must be used appropriately
• The greatest danger presented by herbal
medicine use—
• Risk of adulteration,
• Mislabeling or poor manufacturing processes

 The most common side effect of interactions between
drugs used in dentistry and herbal supplements is
bleeding.
 Increased bleeding can cause complications, and
sometimes hospitalization, during dental
 Xerostomia is a widely documented side effect of
herbal antidepressants. Eg : St. John’s wort.

RESEARCH IN HERBAL MEDICINE
 For the past forty years, researchers have been trying to
isolate the "active" constituent of a plant.
 As a result, the exact mechanism of action for a number
of plants has been elucidated and the understanding of
phytomedicines expanded.

 With the ability to standardize herbs — that is, to
accurately measure the exact percent of active
constituents within an herbal product — a new range of
herbal medicines are now available to the public.
 With natural substances being non-patentable,
pharmaceutical companies are loathe to spend the
necessary research money to provide adequate
research because the development money spent is non-
recoverable.

Conclusion
• Science is a double-edged sword and its
enormous influence means that we must begin
to realize and address the long-term
consequences of our technology. Yet, both
technology and nature must be combined
wisely.

 The purpose of herbal treatment is not to take the
place of necessary orthodox medical treatment.
Combination of the both is a better choice.
 Herbal treatment designed to stop pain and improve
symptoms, correct imbalance and adjust immune
system, prevent and treat later diseases and/or
complications, prevent relapse, and most importantly,
to boost energy and strong body for better health and
quality of life.

References
 Nizel n papas. Nutrition in clinical dentistry. 3rd ed.
 Rugg Gunn, Nunn. Nutrition, diet & oral health.
 Randolf & Dennison. Diet, Nutrition & Dentistry.
 Satyanarayan U. Text book of Biochemistry,2nd ed.
 Park k. Preventive & Social Medicine.18th ed.
Banarasidas publication.
 Papas-Niesson.Geriatric dentistry aging and oral
health.2nd ed.
 www.1sthealthsource.com
www.healthy.net
www.herbalgram.org

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