Homeopathy Remedies for Teeth


Anshutz gives a useful therapeutic differential diagnosis of the condition Teeth, with the most useful homeopathic remedies. Therapeutic byways by E.P. Anshutz, published in 1900….


Aranea diadema [Aran]

      30 is the remedy for toothache coming on as soon as one lies down.

Mustard oil To cure toothache, temporarily, inhale through one nostril from a vial containing mustard oil. Do not inhale too often, one or two inhalations will do.

Plantago major [Plan]

      The common plantain, the white man’s footsteps, so called by the Indians because it always follows the white race, as far back as 1558 had a high repute as a cure for toothache, mouth ulcers and bleeding gums. For toothache, take Plantago 3, a dozen medicated pellets, every hour, for three or four hours, Or, if you can, get the green leaf, and if the tooth is hollow, stuff it full with the leaf pulp.

Mercurius vivus [Merc]

      This drug, Mercuriusviv 30, is one of the best internal remedies for toothache in decayed teeth.

Milk sugar Some physicians decry the use of tooth-powders and washes and advise the use of milk sugar instead.

Hecla lava [Hecla]

      This, in the 6th potency, is said to be a good remedy for an ulcerated tooth. Reasoning from the same principles. Slag 3x ought also to be a good remedy for that condition. Both are the fused product of intense heat.

E.P. Anshutz
Edward Pollock Anshutz – 1846-1918. Editor - Homeopathic Recorder and author of New Old and Forgotten Remedies. Held an Hon. Doctor of Medicine from Hering Medical College.