How to Treat Oral Infections With Chinese Herbs

Untreated chronic oral lesions or ulcers can result in infections of varying degrees and are normally the result of bacteria or viruses found in the mouth. Most oral infections start off as toothaches and bleeding gums, which left untreated lead to major infections of the oral cavity requiring medial procedures or medications. If you are hesitant to see a dentist, maybe trying to treat the oral infection with Chinese herbs is for you. Chinese herbs have proved effective in treating oral infections ranging from a simple toothache to infections like herpes and candidiasis. Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) provides relief for different kinds of bacterial and viral infections. Even the severest of ulcers and blisters in the oral cavity can be treated by taking advantage of the antiviral properties of lemon balm extracts.

Things You'll Need

• Lemon balm
• Lemongrass
• Eucalyptus oil
• Mortar and pestle

Instructions

1. Crush the leaves of the lemon balm and lemongrass into a fine powder using the mortar and pestle.

2. Mix the crushed leaves with the eucalyptus oil with in a small mixing bowl.

3. Apply the herb mix to the affected area three times a day for a period of at least five days. If the infection persists, visit a physician for an assessment of the infected area.

Tips & Warnings

• Another herbal extract that can be used to treat oral infections is grapefruit extract, which possesses the ability to fight many bacteria and fungi.

References

• Informative article on Chinese herbal treatments

Resources

• Read more about lemon balm