Herbal Medicine for Pain Management in Dentistry

2025-11-23T22:24:34-05:00

Dental Pain is one of the most prevalent conditions across the globe that is managed through various methods. Allopathic medicines, i.e. Analgesics, Opioids, Steroids, and Local anaesthetics, are used for the treatment or management of chronic/acute Pain. But due to the adverse effects associated with these allopathic medicines, Herbal Medicine should be considered as an alternative therapy for Pain Management in Dentistry. Various Medicinal plants, such as Garlic, Cloves, Turmeric, Neem, Peppermint, and babul, possess significant analgesic activity; therefore, well-designed clinical studies are required to establish and improve the efficacy of herbal medicine for dental pain. Thus, the use and implementation of natural treatments will be highly beneficial to the field of dentistry. The present review highlights Herbal Medicine, which plays a crucial role in treating pain, particularly in post-maintenance periodontal therapies, without side effects.

Keywords: Dental Pain, Herbal Medicine, Clove, Turmeric, Neem, Ginger

Oral Health Benefits of Moringa oleifera

2025-11-23T22:26:15-05:00

Allopathic medicines are used to treat or manage dental infections, inflammation, and pain. But due to the adverse effects associated with these allopathic medicines, Herbal Medicine should be considered as an alternative therapy for the management of oral health and treating dental Pain. Oral diseases persist as a significant health problem all over the world. Various microorganisms have been identified as possible pathogens responsible for oral diseases. Moringa oleifera has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. All parts of the Moringa tree are helpful in some way, and people depend on it for their livelihood. The leaves of the Moringa tree are an excellent source of Nutrients like Minerals, Protein and Vitamins (A and C). The Moringa tree contains approximately 46 antioxidants and is one of the cheapest sources of natural antioxidants. Antioxidants provide the free radicals the human body needs and mitigate their effects. Moringa oleifera contains active compounds such as flavonoids, tannins, saponins, alkaloids, phenolics, and triterpenoids, which possess antibacterial effects. Moringa oleifera has high mineral and protein content and has been previously investigated for its potential in the treatment of various oral soft tissue diseases. This review summaries the applications of Moringa oleifera in dentistry.

Keywords: Moringa oleifera, Anti-oxidants, Oral diseases, Oral health, dentistry

Asian Journal of Dental and Health Sciences

Herbal Medicine for Pain Management in Dentistry

Oral Health Benefits of Moringa oleifera