In recent years there has been a huge resurgence of interest in more traditional forms of medicine and herbal remedies. For many generations this information was either lost or ignored in favour of a more scientific approach but resent studies indicate that our ancestors may have been onto something and more and more people are keen to find out what it is.
In the world of dentistry dentists and patients are now using herbal remedies safely and effectively to treat many dental problems, especially gum disease and receding gums. Among the herbs commonly used are aloe, clove and Echinacea. Aloe particularly is known for its soothing qualities on skin that is inflamed due to burning and exhibits similar healing properties on inflamed gum tissue.
Cloves are probably more associated with Christmas hams but they contain a natural tropical anaesthetic which can help ease the pain of sore or irritated gums. Applying clove oil to the affected area may give you some relief until you can get to a dentist. Echinacea acts as a natural immune booster to help clear up any gum infection that might have taken place in the mouth. These are just some of the herbal remedies available to patients and many are being offered and endorsed by Leeds dentists.
With 75 per cent of adults suffering gum disease in some form or other in the UK at some point n their life, these herbal remedies could play a vital role in easing the pain and irritation and keeping gums and teeth healthy. The continual rise of herbal remedies unveils more and more beneficial treatments every year and it really is time we started to appreciate them more.
Tags: clove oil, gum disease, herbal remedies
