Dental Care for Gum Disease and Tooth Decay
This is a quick list of natural tips for improving the health of your teeth and gums.
This list is by Dr. David J. Foreman, Herbal Pharmacist, who writes a monthly newsletter for the Vitamin Shoppe chain of stores. We actually buy all of our supplements there, other than a few we get from our chiropractor. You can find more of Dr. Foreman’s articles at www.VitaminShoppe.com, click on Health Info, then on Herbal Pharmacist.
- CoQ10 at 50-60 mg per Day
- Folic Acid 800 mcg per Day
- Brush with Natural Tooth Paste such as Tom’s of Main, Jason, or Xlear
- Rinse with a Natural Mouthwash such as Spry Oral Rinse by Xlear or Healthy Gums Daily Oral Rinse by Natural Dentist
- Chew Gum Containing Xylitol
- Floss Regularly
- Drink Green or Black Tea as it May Inhibit Bacterial Growth
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October 25th, 2008 at 3:13 pm
I use a Gripit Floss Holder to floss regularly so I don’t have to put my fingers into my mouth. You can see Gripits at http://www.gripit.biz. This habit combined with Vitimin C and Calcium supplements have kept my teeth and mouth healthy for 67 years.
October 30th, 2008 at 4:26 pm
I also wanted to make you aware of products from The Natural Dentist. They offer a line of toothpastes and rinses. Here’s the scoop on their ingredients:
o Only natural ingredients– herbal extracts and natural flavors, sweeteners and colors
o No Alcohol
o No SLS (detergent in toothpaste that can cause mouth irritation)
o The Natural Dentist Anticavity Fluoride Rinse has the ADA Seal for cavity prevention
o Green packaging– soy ink, recyclable bottles and toothpaste sold without a box to reduce packaging waste
o PETA certified cruelty-free
o Manufactured in the USA
Here is a coupon code for $2 off: http://www.thenaturaldentist.com/site/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=114&Itemid=37