Simple Home Remedies - Gingivitis

Gingivitis

Gingivitis is a gum disease in which the main culprit is bacteria. If your gums bleed when you brush, that is the first sign of gingivitis.

Bacteria is the main culprit, and that bacteria comes from improper or infrequent brushing. Any food particles left between the teeth will rot and provide an ideal breeding ground for the bacteria that causes gingivitis. Therefore, the first method of treatment is brushing, frequently and properly.

Try to brush after every meal, or at least three times a day. Use a soft-bristled brush to better reach those hard-to-get spots in your mouth. Brush all of your mouth, including the tongue and the gums and the palate. You want to get rid of all that bacteria, and it can be harbored in all these places.

Flossing is necessary to reach in between the teeth and below the gum line. Proper flossing technique is essential. Have your dentist show you how it should be done.

Speaking of dentists, go and see yours! At least twice a year for a checkup and professional cleaning. It's a good investment to avoid future gingivitis problems.

Massaging your gums will increase blood flow and circulation and aid in restoring your gums to health. You can buy a commercial gum massager, or just use your index finger to for the same effect.

There are several natural remedies which are useful in the treatment of gum disease. They usually have an anti-bacterial action which protects against any kind of tooth decay.

Cranberries have the above mentioned anti-bacterial quality. Drinking cranberry juice three times a day is good protection against bacterial diseases including gingivitis.

Lemon juice can be used as a mouth wash. Mix the juice from one fresh lemon with a glass of warm water and use it to rinse your mouth after brushing.

Sage also has antiseptic properties. Make a mouth wash by boiling one tablespoon of sage powder in two cups of water for 10 minutes. Add a teaspoon of sea-salt and store the mixture in the refrigerator. Use it after brushing as a soothing aid in your fight against gingivitis.