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Saturday, 23 September 2017

Remedies for gingivitis!

Gingivitis or known as gum disease is a very common dental condition that can affect anyone. Its symptoms are swollen, red, and bleeding gums accompanied by bad breath. If it is left untreated it can lead to periodontitis which is more serious condition.

Poor oral hygiene is the main reason for this condition but here are some other reasons such as stress, diabetes, certain medications, smoking, genetic predisposition, hormonal changes, and poor nutrition.

Here are some natural remedies that can help you with this condition:

Oil pulling

This Ayurvedic method is great due to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It helps with the bad breath and removes the toxins.

Instructions

Swish a tbsp. of sesame oil through the teeth for 15 minutes and then spit it out and rinse your mouth with some water. Do this once per day for one month.

Sea salt

The simplest method for treating this condition is rinsing your mouth with some warm water with salt. It will help you with the pain and reduce the inflammation.

Instructions

Put some salt in some warm water and swish one sip of it in the mouth for a few seconds. Spit the water out and repeat this 2-3 times per day.

Tea bags

The tannic acid (especially in black tea) is great for this condition.

Instructions

Put a tea bag in some hot water for 10 minutes and then wait until it is cooled down. Put the bag on the affected area and press. Hold it for 5 minutes and do this once per day for a while.

Chamomile tea

It is great due to its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Instructions

Put 2-3 tsp. of chamomile flowers in some hot water (1 cup) and leave it for 10 minutes. After that strain it and when it will cool down gargle with it. Repeat this three times per day.