Evidence supporting the use of: Batavia cinnamon
For the health condition: Tooth Decay

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Batavia cinnamon, also known as Indonesian cinnamon or Cinnamomum burmannii, has been used in traditional medicine for various oral health concerns, including tooth decay. Folk remedies in several cultures recommend the use of cinnamon or cinnamon-infused preparations as mouthwashes or topical applications to support dental hygiene and manage oral infections. This traditional use is largely based on the aromatic and antimicrobial properties attributed to cinnamon and its essential oils, particularly cinnamaldehyde. However, the majority of scientific studies investigating cinnamon’s effects on oral pathogens focus on other species, such as Ceylon or Cassia cinnamon, and not specifically Batavia cinnamon. While in vitro studies have shown that cinnamon extracts can inhibit the growth of oral bacteria like Streptococcus mutans (a key contributor to tooth decay), these studies are preliminary and do not directly investigate Batavia cinnamon or its efficacy in clinical settings. Thus, the use of Batavia cinnamon for tooth decay is primarily justified by tradition, with minimal direct scientific support specific to this species.

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