Home remedies
If an inflammation of the gums has developed, there are many more or less effective home remedies that are used for healing. Chamomile is very well-known and effective. As a tincture drizzled on the affected area or as tea for mouthwash, it has an anti-inflammatory effect and thus fights the inflammation.
Similar to onions, garlic is also frequently used, as the tuber is said to have an anti-inflammatory effect. To do this, the garlic is cut open or squeezed and the sore spot is rubbed with the juice. Cloves relieve pain and promote healing.
These are chewed and then given to the inflammation, where they can spread their full effect. Clove oil can be bought ready to use and drizzled on the gums. Massaged in there, it relieves the pain very quickly.
Various medicinal herbs are also used in tea form as mouthwash. Lavender, sage, peppermint or black tea work against inflammation and quickly provide the desired effect. A mouthrinse with salt has a direct anti-bacterial effect.
This can be easily produced at home. Mix sea salt with water and rinse several times a day to kill the bacteria. In addition, proper oral hygiene helps to prevent further gum disease.
Tea tree oil, whose effects are described below, also supports the healing process. Tea tree oil is a gentle and tissue-friendly household remedy that is not only used in the oral cavity. Due to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, it can effectively prevent gum inflammation if you add a few drops to your toothpaste every day.
In case of existing complaints, the tea tree oil should be applied directly to the inflamed area at an early stage. This promotes the healing process and reduces the severity of the condition. If you additionally rinse your teeth in the morning and evening with a solution of lukewarm water and tea tree oil, the inflammation quickly becomes a thing of the past.
However, it should not be used during pregnancy, as there are currently not enough studies to prove that it is safe for the embryo. One should also be careful with children. If they swallow too much tea tree oil, they may experience symptoms of poisoning.
