5 Effective Home remedies to treat Gingivitis

Team Udayavani, May 29, 2020, 3:06 PM IST

Gingivitis, the earliest stage of gum disease, is inflammation of the tissues surrounding and supporting the teeth and is most commonly a result of poor dental hygiene.

Gingivitis starts when food debris mixes with saliva and bacteria which, in turn, forms dental plaque that sticks to the surfaces of teeth. If dental plaque isn’t removed by brushing with toothpaste and flossing, it can become mineralized and form tartar, or calculus. Tartar is very hard, and only a professional dental cleaning can remove it.

Here are  5  effective home remedies to treat  Gingivitis

1.Salt water has disinfectant qualities and can help the body to heal. Research has shown that rinsing the mouth with a saltwater solution can relieve inflamed gums caused by gingivitis.

2.Take some raw honey on your fingertips and massage on your gums gently. Honey has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that help kill the bacteria causing bleeding gums. Make sure you apply honey on your gums regularly.

3.Turmeric is known for its healing properties. Mix turmeric and mustard oil together and massage the mixture gently on your gums

4.Drink unsweetened  Cranberry juice on a daily  basis as it comprises phenolic acids and anthocyanins, which are known to have anti-microbial properties

5.Oil pulling is a technique that involves swishing oil around in your mouth for 20 to 30 minutes to reduce harmful bacteria, eliminate toxins, and improve overall oral health