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ODONTALGIA – CAUSES, SYMPTOMS & AYURVEDIC TREATMENT

ABSTRACT

Odontalgia termed toothache as mild to severe pain that occurs in teeth. It occurs due to plaque deposition on teeth which leads to infection, decay of teeth, or trauma occurring in teeth. The synonyms for odontalgia are atypical odontalgia, phantom tooth pain, idiopathic toothache, and persistent dentoalveolar pain disorder. Due to the formation of plaques, the infection occurs in the mouth so maintaining oral hygiene helps to prevent dental disease. With the help of natural herbal home remedies and maintaining oral hygiene helps to keep teeth healthy. Regular checkups are important so the disease can be detected at an early stage.

INTRODUCTION

In normal terms, toothache is dental pain as it causes mild to severe pain in the teeth. It occurs due to many causes such as dental disease or the non dental disease. When it is severe in form it causes difficulty in eating, difficulty in swallowing, difficulty in sleeping, and involves normal daily life activities. The tooth contains three layers which help to maintain teeth health. As one of the layers is affected it causes severe symptoms of teeth. Enamel is the outer layer that is visible in teeth, the second one in dentine which is beneath the surface of enamel and the centre layer is pulp which contains blood vessels and nerves.

CAUSES

The odontalgia has the following causes-

  1. Infection in teeth
  2. Abscess in teeth
  3. Fractured tooth
  4. Sinus infection
  5. Dental trauma
  6. Tooth eruption
  7. The enamel of a tooth is damaged
  8. Pulp calcification
  9. Referred pain from temporomandibular joint
  10. Grinding teeth at night
  11. Loose dental crown
  12. Misalignment of teeth
  13. Deep filling
  14. Broken filling
  15. Injury to the jaw or face
  16. Gum diseases
  17. Alveolar osteitis
  18. Periapical abscess
  19. Hot and cold beverages
  20. Inflammation of periodontal ligaments

SYMPTOMS

The odontalgia has the following symptoms-

  1. Teeth sensitivity
  2. Pain in teeth (throbbing in nature)
  3. Headache
  4. Ear pain
  5. Fever with chills
  6. Swelling in gums
  7. Bleeding
  8. Pain radiates from other areas
  9. Difficulty in eating
  10. Difficulty in swallowing
  11. Bad taste in the mouth
  12. Hot and cold sensation in teeth
  13. Swelling and tenderness in the jaw

DIAGNOSIS

The diagnosis is done under the guidance of a dentist. To find out about Odontalgia the following diagnoses are done-

  1. Cleaning of teeth
  2. Find out the location of teeth
  3. Checkups of teeth regularly
  4. Check the root canal to find an infection
  5. Check the crown of teeth
  6. Dental x-ray
  7. Pulp sensitivity tests
  8. Radiographs to find out the bone loss and dental caries

TREATMENT

The treatment of odontalgia is done in the following ways-

  1. Tooth extraction
  2. Dental filling
  3. Root canal therapy (RCT)
  4. Drainage of pus
  5. Antibiotics
  6. Analgesic
  7. Mouth rinse with hydrogen peroxide (50%) and water (50%)

PREVENTION

  1. Use soft bristle toothbrushes
  2. Limit the intake of cold, hot, and acidic foods
  3. Maintain oral hygiene
  4. Rinse mouth with warm water to remove food particles or plaques

AYURVEDIC OVERVIEW OF ODONTALGIA

According to Ayurveda, as Acharya Sushrat explained in  सु.नि.१६।३० under Dalan (Dental disease). The vata dosha is responsible for causing Dalan and showing severe pain, and cracked teeth. The teeth problems are not life-threatening but can cause severe symptoms which disturb the quality of life.

DALAN in सु.नि.१६।३०

“दालयन्ते बहुधा दन्ता यस्मिंस्तीव्र रुगन्विताः

 दालनः स इति ज्ञेय  सदागतिनिमित्तजः” 

Due to vata dosha, there is severe pain in the teeth, and feels like a tearing of teeth.

Causes of Odontalgia

The following are the causes-

  1. Krimidant (Dental Caries)
  2. Dantharsh (Tooth sensitivity)
  3. Dantsharkra (Tartar)
  4. Kapalika (Enamel separation)
  5. Hanumoksh (dislocation of temporomandibular joints)
  6. Karal (Misalignment of teeth)
  7. Sheetad (Bleeding gums)
  8. Dantpuppatak (Dentoalveolar abscess)
  9. Dantvestak (Periodinitis)
  10. Soshir (Gingivitis)
  11. Upkush (Pyorrhea)
  12. Adhimansh (Impacted tooth)

Diet useful in teeth problems-

  1. Cereals- Wheat, Yava
  2. Milk and its products- Milk, Ghee, Butter
  3. Pulses- Chana, Moong, and Urad Daal
  4. Vegetables- Kushmanda, onion, Brinjal
  5. Meat- Meat of Jangala animals
  6. Fruits- Amalaka, Date, Mango
  7. Aaushdhi (drug)- Arjuna, Bhallataka
  8. Spices- Garlic

Diet harmful in teeth problems

Curd, Lemon, Tamarind, Sour fruits, Chilled water, sugar, and Dry and hard food.

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT

So it is necessary to maintain oral hygiene and dental health. As Acharya mentioned the toothbrush should be Koorchaka (soft brush) and it should be rotated in a vertical manner around teeth and gums. Do not press the toothbrush too hard on the teeth as it causes pain in teeth. After brushing, rinse it with water. For healthy teeth brushing the teeth twice daily. The toothbrush should be made up of biting and chewing tips of Nyagrodha (Banyan), Khadira (Catechu), Arjuna, and Karanja. Acharya also explains Gandusha (the amount of semi-solid material in such quantity that a person is unable to move it inside the mouth), and Kavala (the amount of semi-solid material in such quantity that a person is able to move it inside the mouth) for maintaining healthy teeth. Cleaning the tongue with tongue cleaner also improves teeth health.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR ODONTALGIA BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda products are GMP-certified and free from any type of preservatives, fillers, adulterants, yeast, and chemicals. The products are 100% natural and prepared under the guidance of M.D. Ayurveda experts. All preparations are vegetarian formulas without any side effects. Planet Ayurveda provides an herbal remedy to cure odontalgia.

Product list-

  1. Gum care powder
  2. Coral calcium complex
  3. Arjun saar

Herbal Remedies for Somatoform disorders

Product Description for Odontalgia

1. Gum care powder

The gum care powder contains an extract of Poog (Areca catechu), Khadir (Acacia catechu), Marich (Piper nigrum), Twak (Cinnamomum zeylancia), Alum (Safatika), and many more ingredients. It prevents gum infections. Pacifies the vata and Kapha dosha and increases pitta dosha. Lavang improves blood circulation by dilation of nerves and reduces pain. Maricha is helpful in treating tooth sensitivity and pain as it contains antiseptic properties that remove the plaques from teeth and reduce the pain by healing process and provide strengthening of teeth and gums. Alum contains anti-inflammatory properties so it reduces pain and inflammation of teeth. Karpua contains antiseptic properties; it prevents toothache and removes bad breath.

Dosage– massage the teeth and gums with 3-6 gm powder. Rinse the mouth with lukewarm water after 2-3 minutes.

2. Coral calcium complex

The coral calcium complex capsules are made up of extract of Jahar Mohra Pisthi, Coral (Parval pishti), Pearl (Mukta pishti), Guduchi (Giloy satva), and other herbs. The herbs are pure and effective without any side effects. Guduchi is Daha Prashmana in nature so it reduces the pain, tenderness, and burning sensation of teeth. Parval pishti contains anti anti-inflammatory process so it reduces inflammation and pain. It also reduces the infection of the oral cavity, prevents tooth damage, and provides strength to teeth and gums. Jawar mohra pishti reduces the fever, reduces swelling and burning sensation.

Dosage– 1 capsule twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

3. Arjun saar

The Arjun saar contains a mixture of Pure Amla juice (Indian Gooseberry), Pure Terminalia arjuna juice (Arjuna), and Permitted preservatives. All the herbs are described in the ancient text and all the preparation done under M.D. Ayurveda experts. Arjuna helps in reducing gum and teeth problems as it reduces plaque formation and bleeding from gums and teeth and reduces pain in teeth and gums. It also removes bad smells from the mouth. Amla helps to develop connective tissues as a result it removes germs from teeth, provides strength to teeth, and keeps the teeth healthy. Amla provides anti caries effect as it increases salivary PH and inhibits the formation of caries.

Dosage– 20 ml with equal water thrice daily

CONCLUSION

As we know oral health plays an important role in our life as it indicates confidence and lifestyle. Inadequate dental hygiene leads to plaque formation in the oral cavity as a result inflammation and decay in teeth occur. In Ayurveda, the Dalan has been described as being due to vata dosha dusti as a result patients feel pain in their teeth. In Ayurveda, many herbs and methods are described to get rid of toothaches such as Gandusha, Kavala, and Tongue cleaning, and herbs like Amla, Arjuna, Karpura, Alum, Twak, and Poog, etc. Planet Ayurveda offers herbal remedies to cure toothache without any side effects on the oral cavity such as Gum care powder, Coral calcium complex, and Arjun saar.

What is Charley horse? How can Ayurveda help?

Abstract

There are 600 muscles in the human body. The muscular system of our body has various functions ranging from supporting the body movement to lifting body weight to giving childbirth. Some help us move, sit or lift things. Some help us breathe, see and pump the blood. Hence, it is very important to keep the muscles strong and healthy. In this article, we will take a look at Charley horse, a painful condition of muscle spasm and how Ayurveda can help deal with it.

Charley Horse: Painful Involuntary Cramp in the Legs or Foot

Introduction-What is Charley Horse?

Charley horse is a painful involuntary cramp in the legs or foot that may last from a few seconds to a day. It is another name for muscle spasm, when a muscle suddenly tightens up on its own and cannot relax. During the spasm, muscle becomes hard and tight and may even become tender to touch. These cramps can happen anywhere in the body but are very common in legs and feet. These cramps can strike at any time of the day even when the person is sleeping.

Causes

While there are no definite causes of charley’s horse, there are some factors that may trigger it.

  • Overusing the muscle
  • Dehydration
  • Stress
  • Poor blood flow
  • Standing or sitting too long.
  • Malfunctioning nerves
  • Pregnancy
  • Infections
  • Medications such as Furosemide, nifedipine, statins etc.

Symptoms

Some of the typical features of Charley’s horse are

  • Sharp pain in the affected muscle
  • Lump of knotted muscles underneath the skin
  • Tenderness
  • Tightening of the muscle groups

Treatment

Most of the cases of Charley’s horse are minor and can be treated with basic stretches and home remedies. Some of the treatment methods used

  • Physiotherapy massages
  • Ultrasound therapy
  • OTC painkillers
  • Muscle relaxants
  • Hot compressions
  • Cold compressions
  • Oil massages
  • Stretches

Ayurveda Perspective and Management on Charleys Horse

Ayurveda mentions muscle cramps as Masagat vata and mamsaashrit vata. This is considered as the result of prolonged factors which vitiate the vata dosha. The aggravated vata dosha takes shelter in the weakened muscles and vitiates the kapha dosha in the weakened muscles. That is how when the muscle strength is reduced spasms occur.

Ayurveda management of muscle spasm includes pacifying the aggravated Vata dosha. Along with the Vata dosha, Kapha dosha should also be pacified to give strength to the weakened muscle tissue. In case of severe prolonged illness, Pitta dosha gets involved as well. It is also pacified with the help of manda(slow) and sthir(stable) substances. Along with the herbs that balance all the three doshas, rejuvenative herbs are used as well.

Ayurveda Herbs That Help in Charley Horse

Ayurveda mentions various herbs that help treat the muscle spasms in case of charley horse syndrome. Some of the herbs that help in the the holistic treatment approach in this case is

1. Curcumin (Curcuma longa)

A great herbal alternative to modern medications in this case is curcumin. Curcumin is the active ingredient of turmeric and has been used from the time immemorial. It has antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory properties. It reduces the inflammation and pain in the body.

2. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)

Withania somnifera has withanolides present in them which work as natural adaptogens. This herb works as a natural steroid and helps provide strength, stamina and nourishment to the body and nervous system. It has antioxidant properties and has stress relieving properties which is why it is beneficial in almost all kinds of disorders.

3. Rasna (Alpinia galanga)

This herb is considered as one of the most useful herbs in case of vata disorders. It has excellent vata balancing properties. Rasna stimulates digestion, has antioxidant and antiinflammatory properties which makes it useful in joint disorders, nervous disorders and muscle spasms.

4. Chandan (Sandalwood)

Chandan or sandalwood is a cooling herb that pacifies the pitta dosha and has antimicrobial properties which makes it a perfect choice for this disorder.. This herb is Pitta pacifying, has cold, light and dry properties and manages the associated weakness and fatigue.

5. Amla (Embilica officinalis)

Amla or Indian gooseberry has antioxidants and helps prevent the body from the attack of free radicals. It is a great source of vitamin C and a huge immune booster. It has a combination of five tastes in Ayurveda and helps prevent bacterial and viral infections. It has cool potency and a sweet post digestive effect which helps in dealing with inflammation in tonsillitis.

Herbal Formulations for Charley Horse by Planet Ayurveda

Planet ayurveda is a GMP certified authentic ayurveda company that manufactures best, 100% pure ayurveda products under the supervision of MD doctors. Planet ayurveda manufactures some of the best herbal alternatives to chemical drugs that also find its mention in ayurveda. All the formulations made by planet ayurveda are 100% vegetarian formulations which are free from chemicals, preservatives, starch and additives. Some of the formulations that work well for Steven Johnson syndrome are

Product List

  1. Boswellia Curcumin
  2. Daily Essentials
  3. Ashwagandha Capsules
  4. Dhanwantharam OilHerbal Products for Charley horse

Buy Now: Herbal Products for Charley horse

1. Boswellia Curcumin:

Boswellia curcumin capsules by Planet Ayurveda are a formulation that has 250 mg of pure standardized extract of Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Curcumin (Curucma longa). These herbs are mentioned in ayurveda textbooks to treat pain and inflammation. This formulation is rich in antioxidant properties and has a neuroprotective activity. This is majorly used for pain, swelling, cardiovascular health and joint health.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily

2. Daily Essentials

Daily essentials by Planet Ayurveda is a capsule formulation that has a correct combination of the ayurveda herbs which fulfill the daily essential requirements of the body. The prime ingredients of this formulation are Grape seed, Cow colostrum, Phyllanthus niruri and green tea. It boosts the immunity, removes the toxins from the body, provides longevity and delays the aging process.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily.

3. Ashwagandha capsules

Ashwagandha capsules by Planet Ayurveda are prepared by 500mg extract of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Ashwagandha is known as Rasayana in Ayurveda. It is an immunomodulator, increases the cell count and reduces the inflammation. It also helps in rejuvenation which makes it a perfect formulation to increase the strength of the weakened muscles.

Dosage: : 1 capsule twice daily.

4. Dhanwantharam oil

Dhanwantharam oil by Planet Ayurveda is an oil preparation that is used for local massage. This oil helps in muscle cramps, swelling and helps restore strength of the muscles. It is formulated with various herbs that provide complete nourishment and healing to the body. The prime ingredient of Dhanwantharam oil has bala (side cordifolia) among many others such as Bilva (Aegle marmelos), Shoyanaka(Oroxylum indicum), brihati(Solanum indicum) etc.

Dosage: Massage locally for 15 minutes.

Conclusion

Modern medical science has treatment for almost all the diseases that we see in today’s time but there are many side effects that occur along with the treatment which then gives rise to another set of issues in the body. Ayurveda, a 5000 year old medicinal system has solutions to the root cause of the problem with negligible side effects and hence it is beneficial to always look for natural and herbal solutions that are safe and treat the disease from the root cause.