Brushing off Gingivitis?

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Today's QuestionBrushing Off Gingivitis?

 

What type of mouth rinse and toothpaste should I use? I have had problems with

gingivitis and would like information on what kind of products can help get rid

of it.

 

-- Pam Rivas

Today's Answer(Published 09/26/2003)

Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease, an infection of the tissues that

surround and support the teeth. The cause is plaque, a sticky film of bacteria

that forms on teeth and creates toxins that can damage gums. The bacteria also

form acids from starchy foods, which can lead to tooth decay.

 

With gingivitis, gums become red and swollen and bleed easily. Fortunately, with

proper care, you can reverse the disease process and prevent further damage both

to the gums and, more importantly, to the bones that support your teeth. Here’s

how:

 

 

If you smoke, quit. A study published in the May, 2000, issue of the Journal

of Periodontology found that smokers are four times more likely than people who

never smoked to have advanced gum disease. Smoking interferes with healing by

restricting blood flow, making smokers less likely to respond to treatment and

more likely to lose teeth.

Take 100 mg. of coenzyme Q10 (60 mg. of the soft-gel variety) as well as my

antioxidant formula daily. I also suggest taking a calcium supplement daily

(1,000 mg. divided into two or three doses).

Be sure to brush your teeth twice a day and floss once a day. I recommend

using a natural toothpaste containing myrrh (a natural antibacterial) or

chlorine dioxide. I also suggest making a paste of baking soda and hydrogen

peroxide and massaging it into your gums once a day. Leave it on for a few

minutes, and then rinse your mouth with water.

Be sure to get a dental check up every six months, and ask your dentist if

you should consult a periodontist.

 

 

 

Andrew Weil, M.D.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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[Guest guest]

This isn't really natural health, but it's my own personal observation so its

sorta natural, right?

 

I've noticed that a lot of dentist hygienists anymore use only that sonic

thing (I don't know what it's called) to clean your teeth before the polishing,

and some never touch the metal tools. Now I guess the fact that the gums don't

bleed with that tool and people don't flinch as much makes it better, and

it's definately a faster procedure so it's more cost effective for the dental

office. HOWEVER, when my dentist retired taking my dear hygienist with him, I

discovered that I started getting gum trouble with the new dentist. My old

hygienist was " Old School, " she NEVER used that sonic thing. My mouth would

bleed

a little, and getting my teeth cleaned was usually a real knuckle whitening

experienced, but my gums were TERRIFIC!

 

I finally smartened up and now specifically request a manual cleaning. When

the office tries to get around it, or asks why, I tell them I have

hypersensitive teeth and the power tool is unbearable. They have to specially

schedule a

manual, it's a double session, but if you call in advance and are flexible

about when you go in they'll usually accomodate you pretty well.

 

Dentists tell you the sonic cleaner does as good a job as the manual pick,

but remember they also tell you fluoride is good for you ...