Evidence supporting the use of: Sea Buckthorn Oil
For the body system: Gums

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Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Sea Buckthorn Oil has a long history of use in traditional medicine, including in systems such as Tibetan, Mongolian, and Russian folk practices. It has been applied topically and sometimes orally for various ailments, including oral health and gum support. The use is mainly based on its high content of vitamins (such as vitamin C and E), flavonoids, and fatty acids, which are thought to support tissue repair and reduce inflammation.

Some preliminary in vitro and animal studies suggest sea buckthorn oil can have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, both relevant to gum health. These effects are attributed to its rich phytochemical profile, which could theoretically help reduce gum inflammation and promote healing of oral mucosa.

However, while these properties offer a plausible mechanism for supporting gum health, there is a lack of robust, high-quality clinical trials specifically evaluating sea buckthorn oil for gum health or periodontal disease in humans. Most supportive evidence comes from traditional use or extrapolations from general anti-inflammatory research.

In summary, sea buckthorn oil’s use for supporting gum health is primarily justified by its traditional application and some basic scientific rationale, but strong clinical evidence in humans is lacking. This warrants a moderate evidence rating.

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