What is the best cure for gum disease?!
Question:
What is the best cure for gum disease?
Natural type cures are preferred
Answers:
Poor oral hygiene -- including improper brushing, flossing, or rinsing -- is the leading cause of gum disease. Other precipitating factors include a high-sugar diet, lack of vitamin C or other nutrients, and smoking (the chemicals in tobacco smoke harm gums and teeth). In addition, certain medications can make gum disease worse because they inhibit saliva production, which helps wash away bacteria and sugars. Genetic factors likely make some people particularly susceptible to gum disease. Women seem to be more prone to gum problems during pregnancy and menopause because of hormonal changes. Diabetes and other chronic diseases that can lower resistance to infection also increase the risk.
Floss at least once a day and brush at least twice with a soft-bristle brush. It is important to use the proper technique, including brushing the tongue, which collects the same bacteria that stick to your teeth. If you're not sure you're flossing or brushing correctly, ask your dentist or dental hygienist to show you how.
Plan to spend five minutes or so each session.
Limit your intake of sweets and sticky carbohydrates -- or at least brush as soon as possible after eating them. These foods can accumulate in gum spaces and pockets, particularly in older people, who tend to have more exposed roots in their teeth.
See a dentist at least once a year for a professional cleaning -- or more often if you have a problem that needs special attention.
Try natural toothpastes and mouthwashes containing the herb bloodroot. These supply an antibacterial substance called sanguinarine that helps reduce and prevent the accumulation of dental plaque -- the first step in gum disease.
Make a chamomile tea mouthwash using 2 or 3 teaspoons of herb per cup of hot water. Steep for 10 minutes, strain, and cool. Use as a daily mouthwash or gargle. Commission E, a noted panel of health experts in Germany that reviews herbal supplements, officially recognizes chamomile as an effective gargle or mouthwash for the treatment of gingivitis.
How Supplements Can Help - Various supplements -- used together -- can help heal sore and bleeding gums. Benefits should be noticed within two weeks. People at high risk for gum disease can also take them on a long-term preventive basis.
Vitamin C/Flavonoids : 1,000 mg vitamin C and 500 mg flavonoids twice a day.
Coenzyme Q10 : 50 mg twice a day. For best absorption, take with food.
Vitamin E : Break open a 400 IU capsule; rub contents on gums. Alternate with folic acid/vitamin C treatments.
Folic Acid Liquid : Dip swab in liquid; apply along gum line every other day. Follow up with vitamin C powder. Alternate with vitamin E gum treatment every other day.
Vitamin C Powder : Using 1/2 tsp. powder, brush along gum line every other day. Alternate with vitamin E treatment every other day.
See your dentist if you experience red, swollen gums or loose teeth. It may save your teeth.
Have your teeth professionally cleaned if you haven't done so in the previous year.