How to treat gum disease
Swelling, redness, bleeding, pain, loosening of the tooth, and foul odor are just some of the problems you face with gum disease. If you do not take action in time, complications are possible: discharge of pus, infection of the roots, tooth extraction. It is better not to delay and start treating gum disease as soon as such a problem arises.
Effective and affordable folk remedies
Before treating gum disease, you need to visit a dentist who will accurately determine the cause of the disease. If this is not possible, you can try one of the proven tools:
l 2 times a day, apply aloe leaf gruel, wrapped in a sterile bandage, to the problem area;
l 3 times a day rinse your mouth with a solution of St. John's wort or chamomile (the recipe is simple: 2 tablespoons of herbs - for 2 glasses of water, boil for 10 minutes);
l lubricate the area of inflammation several times a day with calendula extract, which has an antiseptic and soothing effect.
Often, the treatment of gum disease is carried out using the simplest possible solution of water, soda and salt.
Drug treatment and prevention
Today in the pharmacy you can easily buy a special gel, ointment, solution or professional toothpaste with herbal ingredients. Even a pharmacist will tell you how to treat inflammation of the gums in an untreated case. Features are as follows:
l ointments and gels are gently and carefully rubbed into the gums for the period specified in the instructions;
l special toothpastes are very effective, but they are not recommended to be used for more than 14 days;
l for rinsing the mouth, you can use drugs such as chlorhexidine, furacilin, stomatofit, rotocan.
Also, the treatment of gum disease involves performing a massage to restore blood circulation in the problem area. Basic tools: fingers and brushes. A prerequisite is the intake of vitamins, especially phosphorus and calcium. If all else fails, you will most likely need urgent surgery (such as excision of the hood).
Now you know how to treat gum disease, but do not forget about preventive measures: proper oral hygiene, timely treatment of identified diseases, strengthening immunity through a healthy lifestyle, exercise, balanced nutrition and rejection of bad habits.
