Herbs for Healthy Teeth & Gums

By: Harshit Vats Sep 27,2022

'While you try to impress it’s not just your dress'.

Sometimes the game maker has a big bright hearty smile!

But here is something you probably want to try because some herbs a day may help you keep the dentist away! Especially when you recognize yourself as someone with Odontophobia.

Oil Pulling

You will be amazed to learn how it will reward you if you have a dental cleanliness routine that includes not just brushing and flossing but also oil pulling. Do not confuse it as another social media trend, oil pulling has been a part of dental maintenance for thousands of years originated in India. It's an Ayurvedic practice to pull out the toxins and germs, maintain healthy gums, and keep from bacteria and plaque. Make sure you are swishing with a pure and naturally processed oil be it sesame, coconut, mustard or olive. Order your choice of Cold pressed oil bottle from Kskt for best oil pulling experience.

Herbal Teas

Sipping herbal teas like white and green teas are another best way to maintain that bright white smile. While you enjoy your yellow hued perfect green tea you are doing a favour to your gums and teeth by keeping them from the oral cavity. Green tea is proven to have anti-inflammatory and anti- bacterial properties. Kskt has an amazing range of delicious teas one can’t miss out checking. Order at KSKT.

Fruits and veggies

For that healthy hearty smile, incorporating raw veggies like Celery, carrot, crunchy fresh greens and leafy veggies which are naturally rich in folic acid and calcium can help. Teeth and gums friendly fruits like Apples, Kiwis, Strawberries, lemon, coconut helps keep dental decay at bay! Make sure your veggies and fruits are of the best quality because you are worth it. Order naturally processed and fresh veggies/fruits from Kskt.

10 Natural herbs for Healthy Teeth & Gums

Season your tea and toothpaste with these natural herbs and without a lot to do, add bits of it to your regular groove to see the magic it can do to help you keep your teeth and gums healthy.

While you can grow some herbs in your backyard by finding the right seeds online or nearby a nursery, there are other effortless options available at Kskt.

You can also DIY your own mouthwash with these or other natural herb

1. Neem:

While the tender leaves of Neem can be chewed which has proven to be antibacterial. The Neem sticks have been used as a natural toothbrush for ages making neem a traditional go-to for dental health. It can reduce the formation of plaque, prevent cavities and sore gums, and oral infections.

Both the leaves and the stick, while you remember the bark has more potential than the leaves, can be powdered and added to your toothpaste.

2. Echinacea:

Echinacea, best known for fighting against colds, also reduces inflammation, boosts the immune system, and helps fight infection in the mouth.

3. Goldenseal:

Its antibiotic, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory can protect against tooth and gum infections.

Some studies suggest Goldenseal when used in mouthwash reduces the bacteria that cause gingivitis and dental plaque.

4. Propolis:

Popularly known as bee glue is one such natural herb that has the potential to prevent and control infection of the gum tissues that leads to gum damage.

5. Oregon Grape root:

Its antimicrobial property helps in fighting gum disease, soothes and tightens swollen gums.

6. Plantain:

This natural herb is easy to find on your lawn or backyard. Plantain proves beneficial in treating mouth infections and getting rid of toxins, inflammations, and even pains.

7. Sage:

Loaded with antibacterial, sage can work wonders in neutralizing microbes that can cause dental plaque.

8. White Oak Bark:

White Oak has its roots in history for its soothing properties. Traditionally, it was dried and grounded into a powder form for dental and other medicinal purposes.

9. Peppermint:

Well, this one is already a favorite of many and is being widely incorporated into health and skincare products., due to its anti-inflammatory powers. It does not just freshen up your mouth but also takes care of the teeth’ discoloration.

10. Myrrh (Frankincense):

Widely known for its astringent properties Myrrh essential oils can be rubbed directly into a sensitive tooth or diluted with water for mouthwash. It has anti-inflammatory powers.

Now that we have a hang of what wonders these natural herbs can do in keeping up with a healthy mouth, why not test it out ourselves?

Make your own DIY mouthwash!

With a dash of mindfulness, daily brushing and a mouth swish(5 – 6 times a day) with it will help maintain your dental hygiene.

Ingredients –

1. 1 cup Organic peppermint leaf, or Sage tea leaf (strongly brewed but mix when has cool down)

2. 1 tablespoon. Echinacea extract

3. 1/2 tablespoon White Oak bark powder/ extract

4. 1/2 tablespoon Goldenseal extract