If your gums bleed a lot try one of these 6+ home remedies

Tender, bleeding gums is not an unusual problem. Many fight with bleeding gums problems which may be taken care of with some simple solutions at home.
Bacteria and plaque build up along the gumline and create tender, inflamed gums that bleed easily. Often, taking extra care with your oral health can take care of the problem. Here are 6+ ways you can treat your tender gums from home.
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1. Floss. Bleeding gums are often caused by bacteria in the mouth and plaque buildup. One of the best things you can do, according to 1-800 Dentist.com, is to floss your teeth regularly. This helps remove the bacteria and plaque at the gums.
2. Brush. Stylecraze reminds you to brush daily with a toothpaste that contains fluoride.
3. Salt water rinse. The Indiana State Department of Health says that a salt water rinse can help kill bacteria around the gum line. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt to a glass of warm water. Swish for 15 to 30 seconds daily for a week.
4. Peroxide rinse. A hydrogen peroxide rinse is another option, according Indiana State Department of Health. Mix equal parts hydrogen peroxide and water. Swish for 15 to 30 seconds daily for a week.
5. Water pick. If you have some hard-to-reach places in your mouth,1-800 Dentist.com says you should consider using a water pick to help remove it.
6. Tea bag. The tannin in tea can also help get rid of bacteria and soothe sore gums. Stylecraze says to take 1 tea bag and let it soak in hot water for 10 to 15 minutes. Let the tea bag cool and then place it in your mouth for 10 to 15 minutes.
7. Dairy. WebMD reports that people who consume dairy products, which are high in calcium, tend to have fewer problems with bleeding gums. You should increase your intake of dairy and see if that helps.
8. Crunchy foods. Another dietary solution offered by WebMD is to eat hard, crunchy foods. These scrape against the teeth and help remove plaque.
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These simple remedies may be all you need to help heal your bleeding gums. If you don't see any improvement in a week, talk with your dentist and see if there is some other problem.
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