7. Good for teeth
Just as piperine reduces inflammation throughout the body, it can minimize inflammation in the gum tissue and prevent worsening of the jaw. A recent study by Wuhan University in China supports the idea that piperine can fight periodontitis.
Simply eating pepper in your food can be helpful. However, if you want to apply it topically to gum pain, you can grind it finely and mix it with cloves or coconut oil.
