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Gingivitis

Created by: Guruji Murugan Chillayah.
Published: 14 June 2016 (Tue)
Last Updated: 17 November 2023 04:30 AM (GMT+8)

Gingivitis Treatment

Gingivitis:

• Gingivitis is a condition which refers to the inflammation of the gums • If neglected, it can lead to serious gum diseases Symptoms to look for:

• Painful and bleeding gums • Bad breath • Discolouration of teeth • Reddish and receding gums Causes:

• Neglecting oral care • The bacteria in the mouth react with the food particles to form plaque • Plaque causes various gum diseases • Illicit drugs • Viral or fungal infections • Hormonal changes during puberty and pregnancy • Poor nutrition • Certain medication Natural home remedy using margosa leaves:

1. Margosa leaves have antiseptic properties. 2. Crush some margosa leaves to make a paste 3. Massage the gums & teeth with this paste for 5 min every night 4. Leave for 15 min 5. Rinse mouth with water Natural home remedy using cloves:

1. Take 1 glass of hot water 2. Crush 1 tsp of cloves to powder 3. Take 1 tsp of clove powder 4. Add this to 200 ml of water and boil this mixture for 15-20 min 5. Allow this mixture to cool till it becomes lukewarm 6. Strain the mixture 7. Gargle with it every night Tips:

• Avoid excessive consumption of sugar products as it increases the risk of developing plaque • Brush before sleeping every night

NOTE : The intention of this article is only for information. It is not a substitute to any other standard medical diagnosis. For proper treatment, always consult a qualified Ayurvedic physician.