10 Home Remedies for Gingivitis

1. 10 Home Remedies for Gingivitis What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is a mild and common form of periodontal disease (gum disease) that results in redness and inflammation of the gingival (part of the gum around the base of teeth) and irritation. If left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss and periodontitis. What are the symptoms of gingivitis? Bad breath Receding gums Swollen and dark red gums Tenderness in the gums Bleeding gums during brushing or flossing

2. What are the home remedies for treating gingivitis? 1.Saltwater treatment: Gargle with lukewarm saltwater 2 to 3 times in a day. Saltwater helps in easing the pain, reducing bacteria and relieving bad breath. 2.Mouthwash: You can use lemongrass aloe vera tea tree oil guava leaf sage mouthwash to treat gingivitis. In each of these cases, you have to add a few drops of the essential oil to lukewarm water and then gargle with it 2-3 times a day. 3.Oil-pulling: This treatment means swishing oil in the mouth for 20- 30 minutes so that toxins and bacteria get eliminated and oral health is restored. Coconut oil pulling Arimedadi oil pulling is the most common oil pulling treatment for gingivitis. 4.Topical treatments: This includes applying: Clove: It helps in reducing plaque and inflammation Turmeric gel: It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties and helps to control bleeding and redness in the gums.

3. When should you see a doctor? While the above home remedies for gum disease treatment will help in quick recovery, there might be chances when you will be required to see a doctor and such circumstances are: Your gums bleed a lot Extreme swelling in gums Excruciating tooth pain For effective treatment of gum diseases, get an appointment scheduled at DS Dental in Ontario.