Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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White Nettle (Lamium album), also known as dead-nettle, has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in Europe. Traditional herbalists have recommended White Nettle for a variety of ailments, including as a mouthwash or rinse to soothe inflamed gums and oral mucosa. The plant contains tannins, flavonoids, and mucilage, which are believed to contribute to its purported astringent and anti-inflammatory effects. Folk remedies have used infusions or decoctions of the leaves and flowers as a rinse for bleeding gums and minor mouth irritations.

However, scientific validation for these uses is minimal. While some of the plant's constituents (like tannins) are known to possess mild astringent and anti-inflammatory properties, there are no robust clinical trials or in-depth pharmacological studies specifically evaluating the efficacy of White Nettle for gum health. Most available information is derived from ethnobotanical sources and traditional texts rather than peer-reviewed research. Thus, the evidence supporting White Nettle's use for gum health is primarily traditional, with a low overall strength due to the absence of modern scientific studies.

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