Strong, healthy teeth allow us to flash a broad smile and laugh more confidently. Regular brushing and flossing, along with regular visits to the dentist for periodic cleanings are necessary for protecting your pearly whites. Listed below are some natural products for continued dental health.

CoQ10 - Ease Gum Disease

Gum disease or gingivitis, leads to painful, swollen gums, bad breath, and even potential loss of teeth.

Brushing and flossing frequently, as well as, regular cleanings are essential for preventing this condition.

COQ10 is found in every cell of your body, especially the heart and gums. Low levels of this essential enzyme have been linked to periodontal disease.

In one study a periodontal specialist discovered that people with diseased gums had an unusually large deficiency of coenzyme Q-10. Once they were supplemented and had their blood serum levels of CoQ10 increased, the gum conditions reversed.

Banish Cancer Sores

Some people with recurrent mouth ulcers have been reported to respond to lactobacillus acidophilus.

Take 1,000 milligrams of the amino acid lysine at each meal during an outbreak and then 500 milligrams at each meal for a week afterward.

Rub the liquid from a vitamin E capsule directly on the sore. Apply it three times a day during an outbreak until the sore heals.

Take 4,000 to 5,000 milligrams of vitamin C daily during outbreaks of canker sores and at least 500 milligrams daily as a way of preventing them.

Zinc lozenges help resolve canker sores by supporting the immune system. Calcium supplements help counteract the over acidity.

Sweeter Breath

Bad breath, or halitosis, affects about half of the population at one time or another. Simple brushing, flossing, and mouthwash rinsing goes far in controlling this problem.

Using a tongue scraper can also help quite a bit. Mouthwash containing zinc neutralizes certain sulfur compounds in the mouth associated with bad breath.

Rinsing with herbal mouth rinses containing thyme and eucalyptus extracts is a powerful agent against the bacterial culprits.

Gum disease progresses more quickly in smokers, which isn't too surprising, but new research this year shows that not getting enough sleep is the second most telling factor in progressive gum disease.

In the study, which tracked participants who received seven to eight hours of sleep exhibited less periodontal disease progression than those who received six hours of sleep or less. High stress levels and daily alcohol consumption also demonstrated a significant impact on periodontal disease progression.

As with any vitamin or supplement, please consult your doctor before taking. Author Beverly Terhune speaks from 35 years of living with Rheumatoid Arthritis and shares her experience, strength & hope on how to lead a healthy, substance-free life.

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