Periodontal Disease

Maintaining proper oral care is essential in preventing periodontal disease.

It is also known as gum disease and is an infection of the space between the tooth and the gums. As the disease gradually worsens, the likelihood of tooth loss is increased greatly.

This disease can be avoided by brushing and flossing on a regular basis to get rid of the bacteria and plaque residing on the teeth.

Receiving routine checkups from a dentist can provide the knowledge needed to avoid this disease. Ask your doctor about using natural cures and home remedies as treatment for this disease.

Causes of Periodontal Disease:

Periodontal disease is caused by the build-up of plaque and tartar on the teeth. As a result of this build-up due to improper cleaning, gingivitis occurs.

Gingivitis causes the gums to become inflamed and can progress to a more serious form of the disease.

Smoking or using other tobacco products, taking certain medications and having diabetes can increase the risk of getting periodontal disease.

Symptoms of Periodontal Disease:

Individuals who have this disease will experience symptoms such as:

  • Inflamed sore gums
  • Bleeding of the gums
  • Unpleasant taste in mouth
  • Loose teeth and/ or gums
  • Bad breath

Natural Cures for Periodontal Disease:

Tea Tree Oil:

One natural cure is tea tree oil. It has healing properties that will help to eliminate symptoms of gingivitis.

It has the ability to relieve the gums of swelling and bleeding.

Tea tree oil toothpaste can be used or a small amount of the oil can be placed onto your toothbrush.

Cranberry Juice:

Drinking cranberry juice is a home remedy that will help keep the bacteria from forming on the teeth.

Pure cranberry juice with no sugar would be the best choice and can be found at local grocery stores.

Sage:

Sage can control an infection and strengthen the gums. It contains healing properties that will decrease gum inflammation.

A home remedy such as sage tea mixed with sea salt can be used as a mouthwash after brushing.

Taking vitamins as a natural cure to prevent periodontal disease include:

Vitamin C:

Vitamin C is important when it comes to keeping your teeth and gums strong.

Sources of this vitamin can be found in many fruits and vegetables.

Vitamin D:

Vitamin D is needed for the body to maintain calcium. Calcium is important because it keeps the teeth strong and healthy.

Vitamin D is provided by the sun as well as foods such as dairy products and fish.

It is important to talk to your doctor about the use of these remedies as well as the proper dosages to ensure that they will be beneficial to your health.