Evidence supporting the use of: Sesbania grandiflora
For the body system: Gums
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3
Sesbania grandiflora, commonly known as agathi or vegetable hummingbird, has a long history of traditional use in Ayurvedic and Southeast Asian folk medicine for oral health, including the support of gum health. Traditionally, its leaves, flowers, and bark have been used as remedies for oral ailments such as gingivitis, mouth ulcers, and bleeding gums. Preparations are often made as decoctions or poultices applied directly to the gums, or as mouth rinses.
The justification for its use primarily stems from ethnobotanical records and traditional medical texts that cite antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and astringent properties attributed to the plant. For example, the leaves and bark are noted in traditional systems for their ability to reduce swelling and promote wound healing in oral tissues.
While there is some preliminary scientific literature indicating that extracts of Sesbania grandiflora possess antimicrobial activity against oral pathogens and exhibit anti-inflammatory effects in vitro, robust clinical evidence in humans is lacking. Most available studies are either in vitro or animal models. Therefore, while tradition strongly supports its use for gum health, the scientific validation is not strong enough to elevate its evidence rating beyond moderate.
In summary, Sesbania grandiflora is used to support the gums primarily based on traditional knowledge, with limited scientific studies suggesting potential mechanisms but insufficient clinical trials to fully validate these uses.
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