Symptoms, Causes & Remedies To Stop Gingivitis/Bleeding Gums

Symptoms, Causes & Remedies To Stop Gingivitis/Bleeding Gums









 

GINGIVITIS/BLEEDING GUMS:

        Gingivitis is the inflammation of the gum tissue and is also known as bleeding gums. It is a periodontal disease which destroys the gums, periodontal ligaments, tooth sockets and the tooth tissues. The bacteria, mucus and food debris are the reasons for the cause of plaque on the teeth. Due to the long term deposit of plaque on the teeth, gingivitis is formed. Bacteria produce toxins which causes the gums swollen and infected. Gingivitis can be prevented through maintaining oral hygiene. Preventing gum disease maintains healthy heart and reduce risk of heart attacks. Here are some home remedies which are useful in the treatment of gingivitis.

Symptoms of gingivitis:

1)      Bleeding gums

2)      Mouth sores

3)      Swollen gums

4)      Tender gums

5)      Bad breath

Causes of gingivitis:

1)      Poor dental hygiene

2)      Pregnancy

3)      Uncontrolled diabetes

4)      Viral or fungal infections

5)      Illicit drugs

6)      Side effect of some medicines

 

Home remedies to prevent bleeding gums:

1)      Take a handful of neem leaves and make a fine paste. Apply this paste on your teeth and massage for 5min.And then wash it off. Do this regularly at night for 15days. Neems leaves are effective in maintaining oral hygiene.

2)      Take a glass of hot water and add 1tsp of clove powder. Strain the mixture and gargle your mouth daily with this liquid to reduce bleeding gums.

 

Tips:

1)      Avoid excessive use of sugar products

2)      Brush twice daily