Oral health conditions

Arthritis from poor gum health? There’s growing evidence

by Good Gums | May 05, 2023May 09, 2023 | Healing Disease, Healing Power of Nature, Healthy Practise, Oral health conditions

The link between poor gum health and arthritis goes back millennia, with Hippocrates, commonly known as “the father of Western medicine,” suggesting how pulling teeth could cure arthritis. Fortunately, with the number of dental treatments available these days, pulling out teeth shouldn’t be necessary! But...

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High mineral sea salt as an antidote to gum disease

by Good Gums | Apr 05, 2023Jun 02, 2023 | Natural Ingredients, Oral health conditions

Did you know that every single cell in your body contains salt? On average, every human body contains about 250 g of salt – equivalent to a standard box you’ll pick up at a grocery store. We need salt to survive, but on the other...

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Can I reduce my gum pockets naturally?

by Good Gums | Mar 07, 2023Mar 07, 2023 | Healing Power of Nature, Healthy Practise, Natural Ingredients, Oral health conditions

If you’re starting to notice the gums that sit on the roots of your teeth gradually becoming detached, fear not, there is a natural solution that can help you. Many people feel helpless and confused when they notice gum pockets starting to form. But this...

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Nature’s answer to receding gums

by Good Gums | Jan 05, 2023Jan 23, 2023 | Oral health conditions

As we age, our bodies naturally begin to change, and it can feel a little harder to do the things we once did. While some of these changes are obvious, others are slightly more subtle, such as gum recession. For many, gum recession is a...

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Why are my gums so sore and sensitive?

by Good Gums | Sep 30, 2022Sep 30, 2022 | Healing Power of Nature, Healthy Practise, Oral health conditions

Sore, swollen, and sensitive gums can come out of nowhere. And they can be a darn nuisance! But did you know that sore gums signify that your body is working to heal itself? Your gums’ sensitivity is, in fact, your body’s first line of defense,...

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How does poor oral health affect the rest of your body?

by Good Gums | Aug 29, 2022Aug 29, 2022 | Healing Disease, Immune System, Oral health conditions

When people think about oral health care, they usually link it to gum health, cavities and loose teeth, without being aware of how it plays an important role in larger health concerns. But in recent years, many significant discoveries have shown how our oral health...

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Why are my gums bleeding?

by Good Gums | Aug 12, 2022Aug 12, 2022 | Natural remedies, Oral health conditions

Bleeding gums are a common health issue that doesn’t necessarily indicate a dire situation. But it does indicate that your gums are not as resilient as they could be, and that they’re vulnerable to bacterial infection or they’re sensitive to mechanical insult, such as brushing...

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How does teeth grinding (bruxism) affect your teeth and gums?

by Good Gums | Jul 14, 2022 | Happy Teeth, Oral health conditions

Teeth grinding (bruxism) refers to the gnashing or the clenching of teeth during sleep. Over time, if bruxism is not treated, it can result in serious damage to the teeth and gums, and other structures of the mouth. Before we take a look at ways...

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How To Reverse Tooth Decay The Natural Way

by Good Gums | Apr 26, 2022Apr 26, 2022 | Happy Teeth, Healing Power of Nature, Healthy Practise, Oral health conditions

Many people believe that once they have tooth decay, they’ve reached the point of no return and that the only solution to fixing their cavity is to have their tooth drilled into and filled with an expensive (and potentially toxic) metal or synthetic material. But...

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Can Gums Grow Back After Tartar Removal?

by Good Gums | Dec 30, 2021Dec 30, 2021 | Healing Power of Nature, Oral health conditions

“Gums can grow back?” we hear you ask (unless you’ve read some of our other articles, in which case, you’ll know the answer to that.) We know there’s a lot of contradictory information out there about whether it’s possible to reverse gum recession, but we...

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