Gum Disease / Gingivitis

Gum Disease / Gingivitis

Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease. It happens when plaque and bacteria build up on your teeth and cause infection.

FOODS TO EAT MORE OF

Eat an apple a day
Cinnamon
Blue-green algae

FOODS TO AVOID OR MINIMIZE

Sticky candy, sugary sodas/drinks, popcorn

ESSENTIAL OILS

Caraway, Clove, Helichrysum, Myrrh, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary, Sage, Spruce , Tea Tree (Melaleuca) - Apply on throat and gums
Mix 1/8 tsp of any of the above oils into 1/2 cup water and use as a mouthwash up to 3 times daily
Mix 3 drops thyme, 2 eucalyptus, 3 chamomile and 3 peppermint into a teaspoon of brandy. Add this to a glass of warm water and swish around the gums (do not swallow it). Next mix 3 drops chamomile and 2 drops lavender into a Tablespoon of aloe vera gel and store in a small container. After using the rinse, apply a little of the aloe mixture over gums.

HERBAL

Agrimony, Bistort, Bloodroot, Calendula, Chamomile, Cinnamon, Clove, Echinacea, Fennel, Marigold/Calendula, Myrrh, Peppermint, Sage, Spilanthes, Thyme, Yarrow
Use toothpastes and mouthwashes containing any of the above herbs
Use tinctures of any of the above herbs as a mouthwash up to 3 times daily (Mix 1/8 tsp of tincture into 1/2 cup water)
Use teas of any of the above herbs as a daily mouthwash or gargle (Use 2-3 teaspoons herb per cup of hot water. Steep for 10 minutes, strain and cool)

NATURAL

Add 1/4 teaspoon salt to 1/4 cup warm or room temp water and gargle/swish around mouth
Drink a cup of unsweetened green tea at the end of every meal.
Vitamin Topical Treatment: Alternate between 2 or all 3 of the below options daily for 30-60 days
- Vitamin E: Break open a 400 IU capsule and rub the oil on gums
- Liquid Folic Acid: Dip a cotton swab into liquid and apply to gums twice daily
- Vitamin C Powder: Take 1/2 teaspoon powder and brush along gum line

SUPPLEMENTS

Vitamin B12: As directed
Vitamin C (300-1,000 mg) and Flavonoids (300-500 mg) twice daily (reduce if it causes diarrhea)
Coenzyme Q10: 25-50 mg twice daily (take with food). Use for 3 weeks.

HOMEOPATHIC

MIND-BODY CONNECTION

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