Gingival Inflammationaccording to TCM

Formulas that clear Qi-level Heat

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these formulas when it results from an intense heat condition at the qi level, affecting the body's energy flow.

One such formula is Bai Hu Tang, with gypsum as a key herb.

External formulas for External disorders

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these formulas if it is caused by external factors like wind, cold, or heat leading to symptoms on the body's surface.

One such formula is Bing Peng San, with borneol as a key herb.

Formulas that clear Wind-Heat

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these formulas if it originates from a wind-heat invasion.

One such formula is Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang, with bupleurum root as a key herb.

Formulas that warm and purge

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these formulas if it stems from cold accumulation coupled with excess conditions, necessitating warming and purging actions.

One such formula is Da Huang Fu Zi Tang, with prepared aconite as a key herb.

Formulas that clear Wind-Cold

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these formulas when it stems from external pathogenic influences characterized by cold and wind symptoms.

One such formula is Ge Gen Tang, with kudzu root as a key herb.

Formulas that invigorate Blood and dispel Blood Stagnation

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these formulas if it arises from poor blood circulation or stagnation of blood, which often manifests in pain or swelling.

One such formula is Tao He Cheng Qi Tang, with peach kernel as a key herb.

Cool/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these herbs when the body needs to harmonize with external environmental changes, particularly when there's a need to expel pathogenic factors like wind or cold without overly cooling the body.

One such herb is Kudzu Roots (Ge Gen), a key herb in some formulas recommended for gingival inflammation, like Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Herbs that clear Heat and purge Fire and/or clear Summer Heat

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these herbs when it arises from excessive internal heat or fire, aiding in cooling the body and balancing internal temperature.

One such herb is Gypsum (Shi Gao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for gingival inflammation, like Bai Hu Tang.

Herbs that open the Orifices

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these herbs if it's a result of blockages in the body's sensory orifices, aiding in restoring clarity and consciousness.

One such herb is Borneol (Bing Pian), a key herb in some formulas recommended for gingival inflammation, like Bing Peng San.

Herbs for external application

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these herbs when the condition is external or superficial, requiring topical treatment to alleviate symptoms or heal the affected area.

One such herb is Borax (Peng Sha), a key herb in some formulas recommended for gingival inflammation, like Bing Peng San.

Herbs that warm the Interior and/or expel Cold

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these herbs if it is due to internal coldness or deficient Yang energy, working to warm the body and dispel cold.

One such herb is Prepared Aconite (Zhi Fu Zi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for gingival inflammation, like Da Huang Fu Zi Tang.

Herbs that invigorate the Blood

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these herbs when it stems from stagnation or poor circulation of blood, helping to improve blood flow and alleviate related discomfort.

One such herb is Peach Kernels (Tao Ren), a key herb in some formulas recommended for gingival inflammation, like Tao He Cheng Qi Tang.

Purgative herbs that drain downward

Gingival inflammation can be treated by these herbs in cases of severe constipation or internal heat, using strong downward movement to purge accumulation.

One such herb is Rhubarb (Da Huang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for gingival inflammation, like Tao He Cheng Qi Tang.