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Have you noticed blood on your toothbrush or floss? This could\nbe a sign of gingivitis. If left untreated, it could lead to a much more serious\ncondition called periodontitis. This is a severe gum infection that can lead to\ntooth loss and other complications. Fortunately, when gingivitis is caught\nearly, there are things you can do to eliminate it. Read on to learn about some\nhome remedies from your dentist in\nSpringfield<\/a> that are effective at reducing inflammation in the mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Saltwater<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Because it\u2019s a natural disinfectant, using a saltwater rinse\ncan benefit those who have inflamed gums due to gingivitis. It helps to ease\npain, sooth your gums, reduce bacteria, and relieve bad breath. Simply add \u00bd – \u00be\nteaspoon of salt to warm water and mix well. You should swish it around your\nmouth for about 30 seconds. You can do this as many as three times a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oil Pulling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To do an oil pull, you should put 1-2 teaspoons of coconut\nor arimedadi oil into your mouth and swish it around for 20-30 minutes without\nallowing it to touch the back of your throat. You then spit it out, rinse your\nmouth, and drink a full glass of water. Brush your teeth afterwards. Both\narimedadi and coconut oil have been shown to reduce plaque growth and lessen\nthe symptoms of gingivitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cloves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Applying cloves topically has the potential to prevent\nplaque and reduce inflammation because of its antiviral and antioxidant\nproperties. To do this, mince about 1 teaspoon of cloves. Apply this to a damp\ncotton ball. Gently rub it onto your gums and let it sit for about a minute.\nRinse your mouth with water afterwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turmeric Gel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Turmeric is antimicrobial, anti-fungal, and has anti-inflammatory\nproperties. Turmeric gel can be bought over the counter. To use, brush your\nteeth, rinse thoroughly, and apply the gel to your gums. Allow it to sit for 10\nminutes before rinsing with water. Do this twice a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Homemade Mouthwash<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are several different rinses that have been shown to relieve\nthe symptoms of gingivitis. Here are a few of them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lemongrass Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dilute 3 drops of lemongrass essential oil into a cup of\nwater and swish it around your mouth for 30 seconds up to three times per day\nto reduce plaque and gingivitis levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tea Tree Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Add 3 drops of tea tree oil into a cup of warm water. Swish\nit in your mouth for 30 seconds up to three times per day. Using this rinse is\nknown to help reduce bleeding that is due to gingivitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aloe Vera<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Swish 100% aloe juice around your mouth for 30 seconds up to\nthree times per day. This is effective at reducing plaque and gingivitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guava Leaf<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Guava leaves have been used a long time to manage oral\nhygiene. In order to reduce gum inflammation, relieve pain, control plaque, and\nfreshen your breath, crush five to six tender guava leaves with a mortar and\npestle. Add them to 1 cup of boiling water and allow it to simmer for about 15\nminutes. Once cooled, add a small amount of salt and swish it around your mouth\nfor up to 30 seconds. Repeat this up to three times per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Add 2 teaspoons of fresh sage or 1 teaspoon of dried sage to\na cup of water. Let this simmer for 5-10 minutes. Rinse up to three times per\nday. Doing so can lower the number of bacteria in your mouth and help to heal\nswollen gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to practicing good oral care and visiting your\ndentist regularly, trying some of these remedies could prove effective against\ngingivitis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Eric\nL Tolliver<\/a> provides dental care in his hometown of Springfield, MO. He earned\nhis Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Missouri\u2013Kansas City and\ncompleted a residency program for Advanced Education in General Dentistry. He\u2019s\nalso a member of several professional organizations including the American\nDental Association and the Greater Springfield Dental Society. For more\ninformation or to schedule an appointment, visit his website<\/a> or call\n(417) 887-5757.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Have you noticed blood on your toothbrush or floss? This could be a sign of gingivitis. If left untreated, it could lead to a much more serious condition called periodontitis. This is a severe gum infection that can lead to tooth loss and other complications. Fortunately, when gingivitis is caught early, there are things you […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nGingivitis Home Remedies Springfield | Galleria Dental of Springfield<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do your gums bleed when you brush or floss? 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