Remedies For Bleeding Gums

Bleeding gums is a condition which occurs due to gum infection, poor oral hygiene or it may be
caused due to certain internal infection. Bleeding in the gums generally happens while brushing your
teeth or when you bite a hard raw fruit. Simple home remedies are very effective for treating bleeding
gums in the initial stages.Along with home remedies you should visit a dentist once in six months for proper cleaning and for plaque removal to prevent gum diseases and dental problems like gingivitis and periodontitis.

Remedies For Bleeding Gums

Mouth Wash
Homemade mouth rinses are very effective in treating bleeding gums. They help to tighten the gums
and prevent food deposits from getting stuck in between the teeth. Mouth wash also helps to keep
your mouth fresh as it removes bad breath.

Saline Mouth Wash
Take one glass warm water and add ½ tea spoon common salt to it. Use this water for mouth wash
after brushing your teeth. It helps to remove swelling and pain in bleeding
gums.

Alum Mouth Wash
Alum is anti septic and a natural astringent. It helps to tighten gums and it reduces the gap between
teeth and gums to prevent food deposits in the gums. Dissolve ¼ tea spoon alum powder in half a
glass of water. Use it for mouth wash after meals to remove food particles from gums and to treat
bleeding gums.

Lemon Mouth Wash
Lemon has a rich amount of vitamin C and it helps to maintain healthy gums. Squeeze half a lemon in
one glass of water and use it to rinse your mouth after meals. It is an excellent mouth freshener and it helps in arresting bleeding in gums.

Henna Mouth Wash
Henna has a cooling effect, it reduces swelling and irritation in bleeding gums. Boil a handful of fresh henna leaves in 500ml. water. Strain and cool the water and use it for mouth rinsing after meals and at bed time to treat bleeding gums.


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