Seeking Natural Remedies for Dental Issues
I have noticed that when I use those little interdental brushes to clean between my teeth there is a general bad smell from the brush afterwards. If I smell the brush each time as I clean between each tooth I would guess that there must be at least 2 or maybe 3 places that there is an infection because the smell on the brush in these particular places is very strong. There is no pain at all so am just wondering if I have got some infections going on. Without knowing exactly where these infections might be what would be the best way of getting rid of them? I've got a dental appointment next week but was wondering if there is something I can do to try and get rid of the infections.
Thanks.
In reply to Carlton (London, Uk),
Daily flossing should get rid of the odor which is usually caused by bacteria trapped between the teeth.
Art
Usa
01/18/2018
Carlton, many years ago when I was in dental hygiene school, as a motivating technique, one of my fellow students would floss her patient's teeth, then wad up the floss and have her patient smell it. Plaque stinks!
You may have some areas where your gums have deeper pockets than they should. You can improve your situation by adding a teaspoon of salt to a glass of warm water and swish this vigorously for a few minutes morning and night. Try this first. It will tone up your gums in no time.
Some will suggest hydrogen peroxide as a mouth rinse, which would be okay for a short time, but it will change the normal bacterial flora of your mouth if used too long. Use with caution, if at all.
There is a fat little toothpick made of wood that is a nice dental hygiene aid called Stimudent. They come in a pack similar to matches. You wet the business end of it and carefully rub it back and forth on each tooth and in between, up to the gum line to remove plaque. Never use the plastic picks because they can damage the gum.
The first dentist I worked for was very old. He used to suggest to patients with irritated gums that they massage them regularly. Place your finger on the gum and use a sweeping motion toward the tooth several times.
You might also want to invest in a Water Pik device. You can add a few drops of calendula oil to the water to promote healing. The sonic electric toothbrushes may help, too.
These extra devices are not essential though, as you can keep your mouth clean and healthy with a manual toothbrush and daily flossing, as well as a diet including plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Maybe you have read about a technique called oil pulling? You place a spoonful of sesame or coconut oil in your mouth and swish it all around for an extended amount of time, perhaps up to fifteen minutes, then spit it into your waste basket. You can add a drop of oregano oil or other essential oil to aid in healing. I tried it myself and did not stick with it.
