Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Borneol is a bicyclic monoterpene commonly found in essential oils of various medicinal plants, such as Blumea balsamifera and Dryobalanops aromatica. Its use in the treatment of gingivitis is rooted primarily in traditional medicine, especially in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), where it has been employed for its purported anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. In TCM formulations, borneol is believed to "open the orifices" and enhance the effects of other herbal ingredients, and it is sometimes included in topical preparations for oral health, such as tooth powders and mouth rinses. Scientific evidence for borneol's effectiveness in treating gingivitis is limited. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest that borneol possesses anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities, which could theoretically be beneficial for gingival health. However, there is a lack of robust clinical trials directly evaluating borneol as a monotherapy or as a significant component in treating gingivitis in humans. Most available studies focus on its general pharmacological properties or its role as a penetration enhancer in topical formulations. Therefore, while borneol's historical use for oral conditions, including gingivitis, is well documented, scientific validation remains insufficient, and its efficacy has not been established by rigorous clinical research.

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