To combat periodontal disease, it is necessary to clear the space under the gums (between the teeth and gums) where plaque collects. Brushing your teeth daily for 5 minutes and flossing three times a day will not get rid of germs that have lurked in these areas.
Steps
Step 1. Understand that this is a wound on your body, just like an inflamed wound on your arm
You must keep the wound clean. Many people have an electric oral irrigator. It is usually stored under the sink and collects dust. Out of sight, out of mind. If you had a small cut on your hand that bleeds every time you wash your hands, you would see a doctor very quickly. The same thing happens in your mouth, but you can't see the wound (but you can smell it). Fortunately, there is an easy, inexpensive way to clean it daily. Electric oral irrigators are not used as often as necessary.
Step 2. Use an oral irrigator that can be plugged into a shower or sink to clear particles from your mouth between your teeth and gums
Step 3. Make a solution of 30 ml of hydrogen peroxide and 30 ml of warm water
Swish the solution into your mouth for 15-20 seconds and then spit it out. The solution will penetrate deeply into infected areas and kill many microbes. Remember to remove the metal plate or denture, as metal will react with this solution.
Step 4. Wait 5 minutes after rinsing, and then repeat the procedure using a solution of half a teaspoon of salt and half a glass of water
Salt not only kills germs … it also shrinks the gums, reducing the bacteria theater of war.
Step 5. Apply both gargles four times a day for three days if the condition is mild
… and for five days if it is strong.
After that, the condition should return to normal enough that you can use only saline solution every two days for several more weeks.
Step 6. You can also instead use a good mouthwash that does not stain your teeth, such as Biotene or Crest Pro Health
Advice
- Your daily oral cleaning should include brushing your tongue. Statistics say that about 70% of bacteria in the mouth are found on the back of the tongue. These microorganisms contribute to gum and dental diseases and are also the main cause of bad breath.
- Remember to floss your teeth once a day. Don't press too hard on your gums.
- Some people find that silver colloidal solution works well as well.
- After brushing your teeth at night, make sure you use an oral irrigator. You will be amazed at how many food particles remain even after brushing your teeth.
Warnings
- Don't forget that flossing your teeth is also an important part of complete dental care at home!
- To prevent oral diseases, visit your dentist at least once a year. Brush your teeth twice a day and use an irrigator at least twice a day and after meals.
- Silver colloidal solution can stain the skin grayish or bluish, so be careful not to spill it.