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Acupuncture Points for Periodontitis

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Periodontitis:

AcupunctureElectroacupuncturePeriodontal DiseasesPeriodontal InflammationPeriodontal Pocket

Points cited for Periodontitis

How often each point appears across the 2 entries ranked highest for Periodontitis. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 2
  • GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • LI11Pond At The BendLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 2
  • ST05Great ReceptionStomach Meridian1 of 2
  • ST06Jaw BoneStomach Meridian1 of 2

No study in this index covers Periodontitis

Every protocol below comes from a clinical text or a website. Nothing here has a published trial behind it, so no two independent sources have been shown to agree. How often that happens

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

90%

LI04 · LI11 · GV14 · GV20

PeriodontitisAcupuncturePeriodontal DiseasesPeriodontal InflammationElectroacupuncturePeriodontal Pocket
Point 1 of 4

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ Cautions: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Electroacupuncture as an Adjunct to Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy. ClinicalTrials.gov NCT06247007

Protocol (3 points)

90%

LI04 · ST05 · ST06

PeriodontitisAcupuncturePeriodontal DiseasesElectroacupuncture
Point 1 of 3

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ Cautions: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

The Effects of Electroacupuncture on Postoperative Pain. ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05783011
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Using Acupoints for Periodontitis

Self-Treatment Guidelines

  • Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks
  • Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes
  • Treat 2-3 times daily for best results

When to Seek Professional Help

  • Severe or persistent Periodontitis
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.