Glechoma hederacea, commonly known as ground ivy, has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in Europe. Its use for oral health, including the support of gums, is primarily based on folk practices rather than modern clinical research. Historical herbal texts and ethnobotanical sources document its use as a mouthwash or infused rinse to address oral discomforts, inflammation, and minor infections, likely due to its astringent and mildly antimicrobial properties. Traditionally, the plant was prepared as a tea or infusion and swished in the mouth to help soothe sore gums or mouth ulcers.

However, there is scant scientific evidence directly validating these traditional uses for gum health. While some laboratory studies have shown that extracts of Glechoma hederacea possess antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, these findings have not been specifically tested or confirmed in the context of human oral or gum health. As such, the use of Glechoma hederacea for supporting the gums is best considered traditional, with evidence limited to historical usage and preliminary in vitro findings rather than robust clinical trials.