Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums that frequently precedes more serious dental health issues like receding gums and full fledged gum disease. Fortunately, it is easy to prevent gingivitis by practicing consistent and regular dental hygiene. In this article, we will discuss how to avoid gingivitis.

Gingivitis is a common form of gum disease that causes swelling inflammation of your gums. Gingivitis can cause your gums to become swollen and begin to bleed just by brushing the teeth, eating or just touching the gums. Gingivitis is the preclude to periodontal disease, which is a disease of the tissues that surrounds the neck and root of the teeth. There is a way to get rid of gingivitis but it has to done everyday or it won't help for long.

Bacteria are an important part of food digestion and are present in every mouth; however, the same bacteria that help you to break down your food can also cause gingivitis. Gingivitis is a serious problem that can cause bad breath, bleeding gums and in severe cases, tooth loss. While there are many over-the-counter treatments to kill the germs that cause gingivitis, you don't have to use expensive chemical product. You can make your own natural remedy at home to stop gingivitis and prevent its return.

Using Home Remedies to Treat Gingivitis

• Take a pinch of salt and add it to a glass of lukewarm water to make a homemade saline solution. Rinse your mouth with this solution once in the morning and once in the evening to increase blood circulation and ease the swelling of the gums.
• Choose canola oil, sunflower oil, or sesame oil and combine one ounce of your chosen oil with 10 drops or tea tree oil, 6 drops of myrrh oil, 3 drops of lemon oil, and 1 drop of peppermint oil. Blend these oils together well and massage into your gums after brushing your teeth.
• Combine oils in step two with your choice of either 1 drop of myrrh oil and 1 drop of peppermint oil or 2 drops of clove oil and 1 drop of thyme oil with 1 cup of boiling water to make a refreshing mouthwash.
• Rub your gums with sesame or coconut oil or drink diluted lemon juice to soothe bleeding and receding gums caused by gingivitis. Also by eating raw apples, pears and melons you can soothe bleeding and receding gums caused by gingivitis.
• Prepare strong chamomile tea or look for chamomile in toothpaste. If drinking chamomile in tea form, drink a cup in between meals or use it as a mouthwash. Chamomile can reduce inflammation and bacteria caused by gingivitis.
• Alternate and apply hot and cold compresses to your face to reduce inflammation of the gums caused by gingivitis. Do this several times a day for the best results.

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