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.

 

Preventing And Dealing With Toothaches

21 June 2018
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

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Dealing with toothaches is something that most people find themselves doing at least once in their lives. This is why it's a good idea for you to make sure you are prepared for dealing with them. This way, you will know things you can do to prevent them from happening in the first place and also know what to do if you do find yourself suffering from one. Here are some things you want to keep in mind with regards to dealing with and even preventing toothaches:

Preventing toothaches

Good oral hygiene – One of the best things you can possibly do to prevent toothaches is to make sure you are taking proper care of your teeth, as well as the rest of your mouth. Brush at least two times a day and even more often if you tend to eat a lot of sweets or if you drink things like carbonated drinks or acidic drinks. Floss even if you don't find you have food caught between your teeth. Even if you don't see or feel it, there will be food particles that can eventually lead to cavities. Using mouthwash at night also helps kill bacteria and plaque before you sleep. This is going to help you to prevent cavities, gum disease and other things that can directly cause a tooth to hurt.

Good eating habits - Even if you do brush throughout the day, it's still a good idea for you to be careful of the foods and drinks you consume. Cutting down on sugary foods and drinks can help to prevent more foods from sticking to your teeth between oral care, and this also cuts down on your chances of getting cavities.

Dealing with toothaches

Use an ice cube – As long as your toothache isn't being caused by a nerve that's exposed, you can get some instant relief from the pain by very gently biting down on a small ice cube and letting it dissolve as it helps to numb the aching tooth.

Use clove oil – Clove oil is fantastic when it comes to taking away a toothache. You want to take a small piece of cotton and get it wet with the clove oil. Then, place the cotton in your mouth so it is on the tooth that's giving you a problem. You may feel a stinging sensation at first. Within a few minutes, you should notice that your tooth is feeling much better.

For more information on and help with preventing and treating toothaches, contact your dentist.