| NAME of HERB |
DESCRIPTION, WHAT IT DOES |
|
Aloe Vera |
Speeds healing of damaged gum tissus, counters infection,
irritation and inflammation. Has a slight local numbing effect and is useful after
dental surgery or for mouth or gum ulcers. Apply a small amount directly to the gums. | |
|
Burdock |
Helps fight gum infection because of
its antibiotic properties. |
|
Echinacea |
Firms and tones gums and helps fight infection. Use 1/2 teaspoon of the
tincture in half glass of water as a mouthwash. |
|
Horsetail |
Provides teeth, bones and gums
with silicone, which helps connective tissues and heals gum sores. |
|
Mint |
Helps freshen breath and tonify
teeth and gums. |
|
Myrrh |
Helps fight infection of mouth
and gums. Has a stimulating effect on the gums. |
|
Neem |
Helps prevent plaque. Has
antimicrobial properties. In India, individual plant materials are rubbed against the teeth to
treat periodontal disease. |
|
Propolis |
This is a sticky substance
gathered by bees from the leaf buds of trees and plastered over hives for strength. Propolis is
an antibiotic and antiseptic that helps fight infections of the throat and mouth and speeds
healing of gums. It contains traces of minerals vital to teeth, bones and connective tissues. |
|
Sage |
Stimulates and tones gums and
mucous membranes. |
|
Tea Tree Oil |
Helps kill infective
microorganisms including those responsible for tooth decay and gum disease. To avoid infection
associated with receding gums, rinse mouth daily with 3 to 4 drops to 3 ounces of water, or dab
the oil straight onto problem gums with a cotton swab. |
|
Salt Water Rinse |
This is an excellent mouthwash and
very inexpensive. A teaspoon mixed in a glass of warm water twice daily will help cleanse
the mouth and stimulate the gums. If you have a WaterPik or similar try this instead of those
scented mouthwashes. Does wonders! |
|
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