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Home Remedies Index
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Natural Home Remedies for Pyorrhea
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Home Remedies for Pyorrhea.
Pyorrhea, or periodontal disease, to give it a proper
medical term, is a disease of the gums. It is one of the
most widely prevalent diseases. It affects the membrane
surrounding the roots of the teeth and leads to loosening
of the teeth, pus formation, and shrinkage of the gum.
This disease is the primary cause for tooth loss among
adults.
The gums become tender, and on pressing, pus oozes out
along the margin of the teeth. Pus from the cavities
continually finds its way into the stomach. When the
disease is far advanced, the gums become swollen, and
the stomach, being dosed with increasing quantities of
pus, does not function properly.A sepsis may appear in
various forms; digestion gets disturbed, liver trouble sets
in, and the whole system is adversely affected.
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Pyorrhea is triggered by bacterial activity. A thin layer of harmful bacteria is continuously building up on our teeth.
If it is not removed by tooth-cleansing, especially after meals, it forms an organized mass on the tooth surface in
a short time. This is referred to as a 'bacterial plaque'. When accumulated, bacteria in plaque produce many
toxins which irritate the gums, causing them to become inflamed, tender, and prone to bleeding easily. The
bacterial activity is, however, facilitated by the lowered vitality of the system. Other factors contributing to the
development of pyorrhea include injury to the gums and supporting structures by physical and chemical irritants
in the mouth, incorrect brushing, stagnation of food particles, and improper use of tooth picks.
Pyorrhea Treatment using Guava:
Chewing unripe guava is an excellent tonic for the teeth and gums. It stops the bleeding from the gums due to
its styptic effect and richness in vitamin C. Chewing the tender leaves of the guava tree also helps in curing
bleeding from the gums and keeps the teeth healthy. A decoction of root-bark can also be beneficially used as a
mouthwash for swollen gums.
Pyorrhea Treatment with Lemon and Lime:
The regular use of lemon and lime is useful in pyorrhea due to their high vitamin C content. They strengthen the
gums and teeth, and are very effective in preventing and curing acute inflammations of the gum margins.
Orange:
The use of orange has also been found beneficial in the treatment of pyorrhea. This fruit should be eaten
regularly and its skin rubbed over the teeth and gums. This will improve the condition.
Pomegranate Rind:
Powder of the dry rind of pomegranate, mixed with pepper and common salt, can be applied as a very good
dentifrice. Its regular application strengthens the gums, stops bleeding, and prevents pyorrhea.
Spinach Juice:
The juice of raw spinach is another valuable remedy for the prevention and treatment of pyorrhea because of its
beneficial effect on the teeth and gums. This effect is greatly enhanced if spinach juice is taken in combination
with carrot juice. Both spinach juice and carrot juice should be taken in quantities of 125 ml each daily. A
permanent aid for this affliction has been found in the use of natural raw foods, and in drinking an ample
quantity of carrot and spinach juice.
Lettuce:
Lettuce has proved useful in preventing pyorrhea. The leaves of this vegetable should be chewed everyday
immediately after meals for this purpose.
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