Essential Oils in Biological Dentistry
Plant-based oils with proven antimicrobial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties, offering patients a healthy alternative to harsh commercial mouthwashes.
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Beyond Commercial Mouthwashes
Essential oils can be used as an adjunct to healing therapy in biological dentistry. Blended into a serum and stored in colored glass vials to protect from light, these plant extracts offer antimicrobial, antiviral, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects.
Commercial mouthwashes often contain harsh ingredients, alcohol dries the oral cavity, and artificial dyes have been linked to hyperactivity, ADHD, irritability, depression, hives, asthma, and even tumor growth. Some dyes contain benzidine, a carcinogen linked to bladder and pancreatic cancer.
There is a place for essential oils in biological dentistry, offering patients better oral health through nature's pharmacy, without the systemic side effects of commercial products.
The Essential Oil Serum
A synergistic blend of six oils, each chosen for specific therapeutic properties.
Coconut Oil
Cocos nucifera
The lauric acid in coconut oil has been proven antimicrobial, linked to reducing skin inflammation and wound healing. Used as a carrier oil that's soothing and hydrating, beneficial for those with dry mouth.
Peppermint Oil
Mentha piperita
Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral. Adds a refreshing flavor to freshen breath. Used in French medicine for Candida overgrowth.
Thyme Oil
Thymus vulgaris
Highly antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral. A powerful antioxidant with an ORAC score of 159,590, one of nature's strongest microbial fighters.
Clove Oil
Syzygium aromaticum
Analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory. Tops the ORAC scale at 10,786,875. Reduces biofilm on teeth and has been used in dentistry for years to suppress toothaches.
Spearmint Oil
Mentha spicata
Antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory. Used in French medicine for Candida. Helps freshen breath with an ORAC value of 5,398.
Almond Oil
Prunus dulcis
A carrier oil and emollient that makes an excellent moisturizer for dry mouth sufferers. Also provides antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and immune-boosting benefits.
How to Apply the Blend
Apply 2-3 drops on a toothbrush, brush for 2 minutes, then expectorate.
Gingivitis & Periodontitis
Oils bind to inflamed tissues, providing healing to areas of diagnosed gingival conditions through their antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Oral Candidiasis
Antifungal properties benefit signs of Candida on the tongue, palate, and under dentures.
Cold Sores
Clove oil has proven antiviral activity against the herpes simplex virus, placing the blend on cold sores may lessen their duration.
Dry Mouth Relief
Carrier oils like coconut and almond soothe and hydrate the oral cavity, making this blend beneficial for xerostomia sufferers.
Denture & Appliance Care
Use the oil to brush oral appliances and dentures, removes microbes and Candida, freshens odors, and prevents pathogen reintroduction.
Enhanced Oil Pulling
Add 2-3 drops to coconut oil for an Ayurvedic oil pulling session, swish 10-20 minutes until frothy and white, then expectorate.
Important Cautions
Explore Nature's Dental Care
A biological hygienist can guide you in selecting and using essential oil blends tailored to your specific oral health needs.