Dantashatha (Danatasatha)
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Classical formulation
Modern description
A traditional Ayurvedic powder used for maintaining oral hygiene, strengthening teeth and gums, and addressing various oral ailments.
Purpose
Classical formulation for oral health
Indications
- Gingivitis
- Periodontitis
- Toothache
- Bleeding gums
- Oral ulcers
- Strengthening teeth and gums
- Promoting oral hygiene
Classical indications
- Danta sharkara (dental tartar)
- Mukha roga (oral diseases)
Karma
- Dantya (good for teeth)
- Kaphahara (reduces Kapha)
- Shothahara (anti-inflammatory)
- Ropana (healing)
Key ingredients
- Based on the name
- which suggests dental health
- possible ingredients could include
- Bakula
- Lavanga
- Mayaphala
- and/or Triphala . Proportions vary considerably among traditions
- and without further information
- a precise ingredient list is impossible. A common formulation might be equal parts of each mentioned above.
Adult dose
1-3 grams
Pediatric dose
Not applicable
Preparation steps
- Collect all the ingredients listed in the formulation.
- Dry the ingredients under sunlight or in a dehydrator.
- Grind each ingredient separately into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or a mechanical grinder.
- Sieve the powders through a fine-mesh cloth to remove any coarse particles.
- Mix all the powdered ingredients in the specified proportions in a clean, dry container.
- Store the mixture in an airtight container, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Safety contraindications
- Individuals with severe tooth sensitivity should use with caution.
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya.
- Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI), Part I & II, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Sharangadhara Samhita, and Sahasrayogam clinical guidelines.
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