Surprising Health Benefits of Slippery Elm

9. Promote oral health

For people with gum disease, mouth ulcers, and bleeding gums, balms containing slippery elm may help reduce the swelling and pain from these conditions. For a toothache or pain in the gums, natural analgesics made with slippery elm provide relief and reduce swelling.

Slippery elm balm may even be applied directly to the cap of the inflamed tooth, if the root is partly exposed, for pain relieving and anti-inflammatory relief. Although slippery elm shouldn't be used as a substitute for dental care, it may provide relief until you can visit your dentist.