Natural Treatments For Gum Boils

Gum boils most often appear when you have developed an infection or an abscess below the tooth. These can be exceptionally painful and can prevent you from getting the nutrition you need from eating comfortably. If you think you may have developed a gum boil, then you should visit your dentist for professional advice as soon as possible before the infection worsens or spreads to other gum tissue, the jaw bone or even other parts of your body. 

If your dentist determines that you do have a gum boil, then they are likely to prescribe you a course of antibiotics. This will help to eradicate some of the bacteria that have caused the gum boil and infection to arise. In addition, the dentist may provide you with cleaning sessions to get rid of the infection and pus that may have built up around the tooth.

In addition to the medication and treatments offered by your dentist, there are a couple of things that you can do in order to either reduce your chances of developing gum boils and other oral infections or to help get rid of them more quickly.

Build Your Immune System

People who have weakened immune systems are more likely to develop gum boils and oral infections. Your immune system might be compromised due to another medical condition or taking medications if this is the case, then you should speak to your doctor about your options. Other people can boost their immune system function by taking control of certain aspects of their lifestyles. Some of the ways in which you can build your immune system include:

Quit smoking

Reduce stress

Cut down on sugar and processed foods

Increase the amount of fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains that you consume

Drink plenty of water

Exercise regularly

Hydrogen Peroxide Mouthwash 

Hydrogen peroxide is a cheap ingredient that is also very effective at reducing infection. You can make a mouthwash out of this agent by mixing equal parts of hydrogen peroxide with water. You then swill it around in your mouth for up to a minute and then spit it out. Repeat this process three times a day and your gum boils will be reduced and the infection diminished much more quickly.

Garlic

This powerful and natural antibiotic can be consumed by itself, added to your cooking or you can buy garlic capsules. It has long been known to be very effective at reducing bacterial infections.

Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil is another natural agent that has powerful antibacterial properties. There are some natural products around these days that feature tea tree oil and they are highly recommended for use when you have a gum boil.

Using tea tree oil is one of the natural methods to lessen the degree of infection and pain associated with a gum boil. Being a natural antibiotic, it consists of antiseptic as well as antifungal characteristics. Directly rubbing a little quantity of tea tree oil on the infected area can easily relieve your pain.

Remember that antibiotics kill the good and bad bacteria/flora in the gastrointestinal tract and probiotics help replenish beneficial flora. 

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