Safe And Natural Cures For Gingivitis

Good Habits

Brushing your teeth every day is often not enough to combat the plaque causing bacteria that love to hang out in all those nooks and crevices between your teeth and gums. Proper oral health is crucial for your overall health, and it only takes a few minutes per day to keep your smile looking great.

* Brush your teeth – morning and night and between meals if possible

* Eat high fiber foods – chewing well keeps gums and teeth strong

* Avoid sugar and refined carbohydrates – increases plaque buildup

* Tea tree essential oil – brushing with tea tree can reduce bacteria

* Baking Soda – dip toothbrush in baking soda, removes plaque

* Change toothbrush every month – minimizes exposure to bacteria

* Floss at least once per day – removes plaque from hard to reach areas between teeth

* Tongue scraping – do this after brushing to help remove excess bacteria

* Plaque removal rinse – use twice daily before brushing

* Visit the dentist – regular cleanings and check-ups are essential for oral health

While the effects of plaque buildup and gum disease can go largely unnoticed for many years, if it is untreated gingivitis and periodontal disease can contribute to many other health issues such as heart disease, stroke and ulcers.

In just a few minutes daily, you can protect yourself against the effects of gingivitis. Proper care now can mean that you’ll be smiling for many years to come. After all, you only get one set of those pearly whites as an adult, do everything you can to keep them.

Author

This article was written for Insights-on-Health.com in Oct 2013 by Vicki Wiepking. Vicki is a 2008 graduate of The McKay Method School of Energy Healing in Bozeman, MT, and a certified Flower Essence Practitioner. She is the owner of Rasa Deva Wellness in Bozeman, where she offers a unique combination of energy healing, flower essences and essential oils to her clients. Vicki currently teaches energy healing classes at both the McKay Method and HealthWorks Institute.

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