What Are The Symptoms of Gingivitis?
The most common symptoms of this gum disease include swollen gums, mouth sores, bleeding gums, itching gums, gums that feel no pain unless pressure is applied, bright red or purple gums, shiny gums and receding gum line. Prevention, Cure and Treatment of Gingivitis Daily brushing and flossing can reduce the chances of getting gingivitis. You should also have a dental hygienist or a dentist have a look at your teeth regularly and get your teeth cleaned from them every 6 months, if they so recommend. There are several treatments for gingivitis along with oral hygiene. One can gargle with Brine water or with an anti-bacterial mouthwash. Gargling with a salt water solution also helps. Another simple home remedy is to rub clove oil into the gums or chewing on a piece of clove. Use toothpaste that contains sage or peppermint oil. Those suffering from gingivitis should eat food that contains low saturated fats.
