{"id":645,"date":"2019-12-18T14:09:00","date_gmt":"2019-12-18T14:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bghdental.com\/blog\/?p=645"},"modified":"2019-12-18T14:09:00","modified_gmt":"2019-12-18T14:09:00","slug":"home-remedies-treating-gum-disease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bghdental.com\/blog\/home-remedies-treating-gum-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"4 At-Home Remedies for Treating Gum Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Have you ever noticed a bit of blood in the sink after brushing and flossing? That\u2019s one of the most common symptoms of gingivitis<\/a>, the first stage of gum disease. If left untreated, gingivitis can progress to the later stage, periodontitis. At this point, your teeth may become loose and even fall out! In order to prevent this from happening, here are a few home remedies you can use to stop gingivitis in its tracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Practice Excellent Oral Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first step in preventing gingivitis from worsening is to make sure you\u2019re cleaning your teeth properly. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. Make sure you\u2019re not scrubbing your teeth too forcefully, as that can irritate your gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, floss at least once a day (ideally after every meal or snack). Flossing is the best way to prevent gum disease, since it\u2019s the only way to remove food particles and plaque from between your teeth and along your gumline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, avoid smoking or chewing tobacco. People who use tobacco are more than twice as likely as nonsmokers to develop gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rinse with Saltwater<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Salt has natural antibacterial and disinfectant properties that can actually help your body heal itself. Swishing a saltwater solution around in your mouth can help soothe irritated gums, ease pain, and reduce trapped food particles and the number of bacteria in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To create a saltwater rinse, let half a teaspoon of table salt dissolve in an eight-ounce glass of water. Swish the mixture around in your mouth for up to 30 seconds, then spit it out. Repeat two or three times a day until your symptoms are gone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

If rinsing with saltwater isn\u2019t relieving your gingivitis, don\u2019t worry. There are plenty of options to craft your own mouthwash at home that should reduce your inflammation and pain, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n