Become a Gum Expert for Better Health

Become a Gum Expert for Better Health

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Become a Gum Expert for Better Health

When you think about gum, you might think of blowing bubbles, or freshening your breath. However, the gums you need to think of first are the pink ones in your mouth supporting your teeth. I didn't know how important healthy gums were until I came down with a case of gingivitis in my early 20's. I had neglected my brushing and flossing habits for nearly a decade, so my last few years of college were marred by pain in my mouth and bleeding gums. It took me over a year of hard work to reverse the damage I caused and restore my mouth to peak health. My recovery included an uncomfortable and lengthy procedure known as root planing, and that experience convinced me to help others avoid the entire issue of gum disease. This is why I've created my own website to help everyone protect their gums the easy way.

 

2 Dental Rinses To Aid In Soothing Sore Gums During Pregnancy

3 May 2016
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

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Pregnancy hormones can interfere with your oral health. These hormones leave your mouth more susceptible to bacteria and infection. In addition, they cause swelling around your gum line. The swelling can result in gums that are sore and painful. While some soreness is expected, bleeding can be a cause for concern and yo­u should contact your dentist if your gums begin to bleed. Sore gums will eventually go away once the pregnancy is over; however, dealing with the pain for months can make you miserable. Luckily, there are few dental rinses that you can use to aid in soothing your sore gums during your pregnancy.

Corydalis Rinse

Corydalis is a natural relaxant and pain reliever that is most commonly used to reduce pain that is caused by muscle tension and arthritis. The herb is commonly taken in capsule form, but in order to be used directly on your gums, it can be turned into a rinse. You can find corydalis in powder form at your local health foods store. Take a few teaspoons of the powder and place it in a small pot of water. Add a slice of fresh lemon to the pot and turn the heat to high. Wait for the mixture to boil, then remove the pot. Place the pot aside and allow the herb to steep for a few hours. When using the rinse, submerge your gums in it. Hold the rinse around your gumline for a few minutes before spitting.

Bay Laurel Rinse

Bay laurel is also known as sweet bay and is sought after for its analgesic properties. The herb is frequently turned into an essential oil and used topically to provide relief for pain that is caused by back aches. You can use the benefits of the herb to soothe your gums during pregnancy. You can create a bay laurel rinse, by adding five drops of the essential oil to a small pot of hot water. Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes, then use the bay laurel to rinse around your gum line. Leave the rinse in your mouth for a few minutes, then use warm water to remove it. Repeat this process and use the Bay laurel after each meal in order to help soothe your gums.

Dealing with sore gums for months can quickly become frustrating. Therefore, use these oral rinses to help alleviate some of that pain. Click here for more info on how pregnancy can affect your oral health.