Dental Abscess: Ayurvedic Treatment, Causes & Natural Remedies

This is an inflammation in the muscles around the teeth. It is caused by excess Kapha and blood in thatarea. Therapies: Herbs include turmeric, small carda- mom, chestnuts, kayaphal. The best herb is badradanti.

Last updated: March 31, 2026

Recommended Herbs for Dental Abscess

Turmeric Curcuma longa Linn Amenorrhea, anemia, arthritis, blood purifier, blood tissue formation, circulation, cookingspice, cough, diabetes, worms, jaundice, eye problems, fevers, gas, hemorrhoids, edema, indigestion, ligament stretching, metabolism regulator; mucusrelief, and hysteria (from inhaling fumes); phar-yngitis, protein digesting, skin disorders, abscess,urinary diseases, wound and bruise healer; a natural antibiotic which also improves intestinal flora;inflammatory bowel syndrome (e.g., ulcerativecolitis), Crohn s Disease, chronic hepatitis, chronicbronchial asthma, psoriasis, all inflammatory con-ditions. External acne, insect bites, sore eyes, withhoney or aloe gel for bruises or sprains. Spiritual Uses: Gives one the Divine Goddess s energy and prosperity; chakra and subtle body cleanser; limbers for yoga asana practice

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Ayurvedic Perspective on Dental abscesses

Dosha Involvement: Kapha

Ayurvedic Therapies: Herbs include turmeric, small carda- mom, chestnuts, kayaphal. The best herb is badradanti.

Key Herbs: Turmeric, turmeric, small carda- mom, chestnuts, kayaphal

Source: The Ayurveda Encyclopedia, Chapter 25: Metabolic System

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