Gum pockets are a widespread oral health issue that can have several causes. These small, shallow pockets form between the teeth and gums and can be due to plaque and tartar buildup, inadequate dental hygiene, gingivitis or periodontitis. Left untreated, gum disease can cause deterioration of the gums, bones, ligaments that support your teeth and even tooth loss. Here are ten natural options to treat and stop gum pockets:
Brush your teeth daily
Maintain a healthy diet
Don’t smoke
Brush your teeth with an electric toothbrush
Make sure you floss every day
Brush your teeth with a mouthwash
Regularly visit your dentist
Scrape your tongue with a tongue scraper
Grinding your teeth should be avoided
Stress management
Let’s examine each method in more detail now that you know how to get rid of gum pockets naturally.
Brush your teeth daily
It is important to brush your teeth at least twice a day, preferably after every meal. The best way to brush your teeth is to use a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. It is best to brush for two minutes each time you brush, using circular motions, back-and-forth motions, and up-and-down motions. When brushing your teeth, make sure you brush the inside surfaces and use a light touch to prevent damage to your gums. After brushing, spit out the toothpaste, do not swallow it.
Make sure you eat a healthy diet
A healthy diet has many benefits for your dental health. Eating a balanced diet will help your teeth and gums stay strong, and foods that are high in vitamins and minerals will help remove bacteria from your mouth. Diet can also reduce the chances of tooth decay and gum disease as sugary and acidic foods can harm your teeth. Lastly, maintaining a healthy weight will also be beneficial for avoiding oral health issues such as gum disease.
Stop smoking
Smoking not only causes bad breath and stained teeth, it also increases your risk for gum disease. This is an infection of the gums that can lead to tooth loss. In smokers, their body’s ability to fight off infection is hampered, thus making them more susceptible to gum damage. Furthermore, smoking decreases the blood flow to the area, which hinders a successful recovery should infection take hold. This means that even if you do develop gum disease, your gums have reduced chance of healing.
Brush your teeth with an electric toothbrush
Dental professionals often advise patients to switch to electric toothbrushes as they have been proven to be more effective at combating plaque and bacteria. Plaque, that consists of food debris, bacteria and saliva which can cause cavities if left unchecked, is loosened and removed more easily thanks to electric toothbrushes’ rotating or vibrating bristle heads. Furthermore, many electric toothbrushes also come with built-in timers that make sure you brush for the full two minutes suggested by dental professionals in order to effectively remove plaque and bacteria from teeth.
The bristles on electric toothbrushes are softer than those on manual toothbrushes, making them gentler on teeth and gums. They can also reduce gum inflammation and bleeding.
Floss every day
If flossing is done correctly, flossing can clean areas of the teeth that are difficult to reach with a toothbrush, and it also helps remove plaque and bacteria from the teeth.
If you have an electric toothbrush, you can use the flossing attachment that comes with it. Otherwise, you will need to use traditional floss or a water flosser.
Flossing effectively requires a back-and-forth motion to remove plaque and debris from between your teeth. Be sure to floss all your teeth, including the back ones.
No matter which type of flossing you choose, be sure to use a gentle sawing motion when winding the traditional floss around each tooth or directing the stream of water between them. To gain the greatest benefit, it’s essential to make it a regular part of your routine. A great way to do this is to place your floss close by whenever you take your nightly medication, or set a mental reminder when making coffee in the morning. Flossing regularly can help keep your gums healthy.
Rinse your mouth with mouthwash
Additionally, mouthwash can be used to treat and prevent gum pockets. By removing plaque and bacteria from your teeth and gums, mouthwash prevents gum pockets from forming. In addition, mouthwashes can also help to reduce the inflammation and swelling of your gums. Choosing fluoride-containing mouthwash will help prevent cavities in your teeth.
Follow these tips to get the most out of your mouthwash:
Before using mouthwash, rinse your mouth with water.
Swish mouthwash around your mouth for 30 seconds after pouring 20ml into a cup.
After rinsing, spit out the mouthwash.
Regularly visit your dentist
Gum pockets can be treated with dental cleanings. By removing plaque and tartar from the teeth, dental cleanings help prevent gum disease from progressing. In addition, dental cleanings can also help to remove any bacteria that may be present in the mouth. Dental cleanings can prevent gum pockets from developing by keeping the mouth free of bacteria.
Scrape your tongue with a tongue scraper
Plaque and bacteria can be removed from the tongue with a tongue scraper, which can be particularly helpful when treating gum pockets with it. Bad breath can be caused by plaque and bacteria on the tongue, as well as gum disease caused by these bacteria. It is possible to remove these substances from the tongue with a tongue scraper, and it can also reduce plaque and bacteria in the mouth.
Tongue scrapers come in a number of different types and can be made from a variety of materials. Some tongue scrapers are made from plastic, while others are made from metal. Others are made from natural materials, including bamboo.
To use a tongue scraper, follow these steps:
1.Wet your tongue scraper with water first.
2. Place the scraper on your tongue and gently pull it forward.
3.After each stroke, rinse off the scraper.
4.Repeat it until your tongue is completely scraped.
5.To remove any leftover debris, rinse your mouth with water or mouthwash
Because tongue scraping is not something most people have built into their dental hygiene routines, it can be difficult to remember to incorporate it regularly. To make it easier to remember, we suggest connecting it with your existing routines. To maximize its benefits for dental health, we’ve also included a video that shows how to use a tongue scraper:
Do not grind your teeth
You can exacerbate gum pockets if you grind your teeth. If you have gum pockets already, grinding your teeth can make them worse. If you grind your teeth, there are a few things you can do to stop you. Try to be aware of when you’re doing it and consciously relax your jaw. Your dentist can fit you with a mouth guard to wear at night if that doesn’t work. Botox injections can help relax jaw muscles in severe cases.
You don’t have to worry about gum pockets – there are plenty of natural ways to treat them. We have listed ten methods in this blog post that will help you get your gums back to a healthy state. Practice good dental hygiene every day, eat a healthy diet, and visit your dentist regularly for dental cleanings and checkups. By taking these measures, you will be preventing gum pockets from forming and keep your smile healthy and happy for years to come.