Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Mustard seed (Brassica species) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and folk remedies, for a variety of ailments including oral health concerns. Its use for gingivitis is primarily rooted in traditional practices rather than robust scientific validation. Traditional healers have applied mustard seed oil or ground mustard as a paste to the gums, believing its warming and antimicrobial properties can reduce gum inflammation and oral bacteria, thus helping with conditions like gingivitis. The rationale is partly due to mustard's content of allyl isothiocyanate, a compound with known antimicrobial activity. However, the available scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of mustard seed or mustard oil specifically for gingivitis is limited. Few laboratory studies suggest potential antibacterial effects against oral pathogens, but clinical studies in humans are lacking. Most modern dental guidelines do not reference mustard seed as a recommended treatment for gingivitis. Therefore, while mustard seed is used traditionally for oral care in some cultures, its effectiveness for gingivitis has not been established by rigorous scientific studies, and its rating for evidence remains low.

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