Guest guest Posted January 30, 2002 Report Share Posted January 30, 2002 From: Krystyna Krzyzak MNIMH, North Devon Hard water with high calcium content contributes to plaque formation and gum disease. If your patient has this problem (limescale on the tapware), get them to switch to a purer source. The late Hein Zeylstra was a great fan of Potentilla anserina (silverweed) for diseased gums. hope this is of help, Krystyna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2002 Report Share Posted January 31, 2002 From: STILLE160@... <<...gums... They bleed a lot when brushing their teeth,and can be sensitive, but not painful or sore. They are not red, nor is there >acute gingivitis. >> A supplement called CoQ10 helps with gum problems. Dose 30 mg capsule (not tablet)daily. The capsule can be broken open and contents applied directly to the gum. Vitamin C should be taken as well. CoQ10 is found in sardines and mackerel. From Morag Chacksfield BSc,MNMIH moragchacksfield@... _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2002 Report Share Posted January 31, 2002 Check what toothpaste they use, some folk react badly to some brands. And co-enzyme Q10 can help as a supplement. Gum problems > have a patient that I am treating for other problem, but recently they have > asked advice about their gums. They bleed a lot when brushing their teeth, > and can be sensitive, but not painful or sore. They are not red, nor is there > acute gingivitis. I have advised them to speak to their dentist - apparently > they have done, and received no help apart from brush and floss regularly and > don't eat sugary foods. They already do these things, and would like some > help as to improve the health of their gums. I have suggested using a drop or > two of tea-tree essential oil in with the toothpaste, and have given a gargle > of myrrh, rosemary and echinacea. But I cannot find any information about > which herbs / foods / vits and minerals that can help restore gum health. > Does anyone have any ideas? > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2002 Report Share Posted January 31, 2002 Hello, Other adjunct therapies include using an " ultra-soft " toothbrush (often recommended for those with sensitive gums) and Weleda's " Ratanhia " toothpaste which is thought to strengthen the gums. Cheers, Kerry -- Kerry Hackett, BFA, CHT, MNIMH " Come forth into the light of things, let Nature be your teacher. " Wordsworth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2002 Report Share Posted January 31, 2002 >>have a patient that I am treating for other problem, but recently they have asked advice about their gums. They bleed a lot when brushing their teeth, and can be sensitive, but not painful or sore. They are not red, nor is there acute gingivitis. I have advised them to speak to their dentist - apparently they have done, and received no help apart from brush and floss regularly and don't eat sugary foods.>> Bleeding gums could be due to periodontal disease of the tissues that support and attach the teeth, including the alveolar bone. It is caused by the metabolism of bacterial plaque on the surfaces of the teeth deep down below the gums so that it cannot be reached by mouth wash, flossing or brushing. If left untreated it causes loss of some fibres that attach the tooth to the jaw and the loss of bone. It is the most common cause of tooth loss in older people. It is a very slow, progressive disease, with periods of exacerbation (often in pregnancy or periods of stress), that grumbles along for years and patients often don't have any signs until, many years later their teeth fall out. Poor oral hygiene is a contributory factor but not always as the resistance of the patient is thought to have some influence. It is not clear why some people with very good oral hygiene are more prone to get it although there may be a genetic component and an imbalance of mouth flora. Your patient may want to ask for a referral to a periodentist who specialise in gums. Treatment includes root planing or surgery to reduce the gums so that the teeth may be cleaned more easily - (not pleasant - I know as I have experienced it). There is also some research that suggests that coenzyme Q10 is helpful in periodontal disease but according to my periodentist it doesn't cure it but does help speed up healing after treatment and prevent the bacteria re-establishing in the future. Perhaps immune supporting herbs and adaptogens may help? Charlotte Stedman BSc (Herb.Med.), MNIMH North London charlotte.stedman2@... Gum problems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 1, 2002 Report Share Posted February 1, 2002 Hi Make sure the patient is not using fluride toothpaste or mouthwashes as they seem to be linked to bleeding gums. Rather use a healing toothpaste such as AloeDent (from health shops). It contains Aloe vera gel, CO-Q10, Tea Tree oil,Silica etc. It sounds pretty good and may be worth trying I think. Regards Niki >From: STILLE160@... >Reply-To: ukherbal-list >To: ukherbal-list >Subject: Gum problems >Date: Wed, 30 Jan 2002 11:59:01 EST > >have a patient that I am treating for other problem, but recently they have >asked advice about their gums. They bleed a lot when brushing their teeth, >and can be sensitive, but not painful or sore. They are not red, nor is >there >acute gingivitis. I have advised them to speak to their dentist - >apparently >they have done, and received no help apart from brush and floss regularly >and >don't eat sugary foods. They already do these things, and would like some >help as to improve the health of their gums. I have suggested using a drop >or >two of tea-tree essential oil in with the toothpaste, and have given a >gargle >of myrrh, rosemary and echinacea. But I cannot find any information about >which herbs / foods / vits and minerals that can help restore gum health. >Does anyone have any ideas? > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 3, 2002 Report Share Posted February 3, 2002 Hi, Further to the other responses... How about increasing vitamin K to improve clotting, apparently cauliflower is a very rich source; bioflavonoids to strengthen the blood vessels and look at the tooth powder formula of Dr - rich in Oak bark powder - this would certainly be (very) astringent. And, good luck! Benn -- Benn Abdy- MNIMH benn@... Windsor & St Agnes, Cornwall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 4, 2002 Report Share Posted February 4, 2002 > Hi, re bleeding gums: Aloevera toothpaste is the best option plus an ultrasonic tothbrush. Internally Baptisia and anti-inflammatories help to a degree. A good periodontist will have a few options before embarking on surgery. I know an excellent chap in StAlbans, but don't know if that is anywhere near your patient. Hope it helps Newton > > > Graham White, MNIMH > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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