Calotropis procera, commonly known as Sodom apple or giant milkweed, is a powerful medicinal plant traditionally used to relieve toothache and other illnesses, but it can be toxic when not properly used. One of its most important healing components is its latex, which contains proteolytic enzymes like calotropain. These enzymes help reduce inflammation and pain in the gums and around the affected tooth without causing damage to the affected area. When applied carefully to the aching area, the latex acts as a natural anesthetic, numbing the pain almost instantly and instant results can be felt.
Another key ingredient is cardiac glycosides such as calotropin and fuchsarin. Though primarily known for heart-related effects, in low doses, these compounds contribute to the plant's pain relieving and antimicrobial effects. They help fight bacteria that often cause tooth decay and infections to the affected area.
Flavonoids like quercetin and kaempferol also play an important role. These are natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents that reduce swelling and promote healing of the infected gum tissue , this helps to control the infection from spreading to another tooth.
Using Calotropis procera to treat a toothache is more beneficial than immediately removing the tooth or even the use of synthetic painkillers that comes with lots of side effects in the long run. Many aching teeth can be saved if the root cause usually infection or inflammation,is properly treated, especially with the use of natural herbal remedies. Removing a tooth can lead to long-term dental issues like shifting teeth, bite problems, or jawbone loss, it even leads to lower self esteem , when the front too are affected. Calotropis offers a natural and affordable solution that preserves your tooth while addressing the pain and infection effectively and permanently with no recorded side effects till date when properly used.
