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• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Apply Healing Paste to the Gum Area
• Method 2 of 4: Try Ozonated Olive Oil
• Method 3 of 4: Try Another Way: Oil Gargle
• Method 4 of 4: Take care of your gums

If you notice drooping gums, you are most likely experiencing periodontitis, which is accompanied by gum recession, bone destruction and many dental problems. Seek the advice of your dentist as soon as you notice any changes in the gums. At the same time, you can try home treatment using the available remedies to stimulate gum growth and repair. Keep in mind that there isn't a lot of scientific research backing up these methods. Therefore, use them with care and remember that these additional methods should never replace your toothbrush, dental floss and regular preventive dental check-ups!

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Apply Healing Paste to the Gum Area

1. 1 Mix some baking soda with water. You will need 3 tablespoons of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of water in a small cup. Stir the resulting gruel and continue to add a little water until the gruel acquires a pasty consistency. It is very important to mix the baking soda with water because dry baking soda can be too harsh on your teeth and gums.
   • Alternatively, you can mix baking soda with olive oil or coconut oil instead of water.
2. 2 Apply the resulting mixture to the gum area. Dip a clean finger into the mixture and then place it on your gum. Begin gently massaging your gums using small circular motions. You can apply the resulting paste to your gums using a soft toothbrush.
   • Massage your gums for a couple of minutes.
   • Perform this procedure 2-3 times a week.
   • If you notice that the irritation and drooping of the gums increases, stop this procedure.
3. 3 Make a plant-based paste. To make this paste, mix turmeric powder with water. Use a soft toothbrush to apply the paste to your gums. If your toothbrush feels too hard for you, you can try applying the paste by rubbing it into the gum with your finger, gently massaging it. Leave the paste on your gums for a few minutes, then rinse your mouth out.
   • You can also apply shredded sage leaves to your gums (shredded sage leaves can be substituted with a quarter teaspoon of dry sage powder). Apply, then wait a few minutes and rinse out your mouth.
   • Turmeric and sage have anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric helps to reduce inflammation by providing a bactericidal effect.

Method 2 of 4: Try Ozonated Olive Oil

1. 1 Buy ozonized olive oil. Ozonized oil undergoes a special treatment, which increases the ability of this product to resist the adverse effects of microorganisms in the oral cavity. As a result of this process, the oil takes on a whitish color instead of a green-yellow color.Such ozonized oil can be ordered from an online store, for example, on Amazon.
   • It has been observed that ozonized olive oil stimulates the healing of wounds and erosions in the gingival mucosa, and also reduces the symptoms of gum disease.
   • Refrigerate ozonated olive oil or keep it out of sunlight at room temperature.
   • Many people have shown positive dynamics, but, in fact, the only reliable and surest way to stop gum recession is to seek professional help from a dentist. It was found that ozone therapy destroys anaerobic microorganisms, so this procedure is incredibly useful and effective in the fight against periodontitis.
2. 2 Remember to brush your teeth properly. Brush your teeth with a soft toothbrush and fluoride-free hygienic toothpaste. After brushing your teeth, do not be too lazy to floss. Remove plaque and food debris from all surfaces of your teeth. Remember that ozonated olive oil is much more effective if you prepare your mouth well before applying it.
   • Be careful before applying ozonated olive oil and do not press too hard on the gums and interdental spaces.
3. 3 Apply the oil to the gum area. The oil can also be applied to the gums with a soft toothbrush or finger. Massage your gums lightly for 10 minutes. After applying the oil to your gums, do not eat, drink, or rinse your mouth for 30 minutes.
   • You can also brush your teeth after applying the oil.
   • Do not use ozonated olive oil if you have recently had a heart attack, if you are pregnant or suffer from hyperthyroidism, if you have had alcohol intoxication or internal hemorrhage.
   • Read the instructions on the package to know exactly how often to apply the oil to the gum area.

Method 3 of 4: Try Another Way: Oil Gargle

1. 1 Take about a tablespoon of the oil in your mouth. This method helps to cleanse the oral cavity more effectively. Coconut, sunflower, sesame, and even palm oil will work for you. Coconut oil is the most popular, but it starts hardening at temperatures below 24 degrees Celsius, which can make rinsing difficult. Try mixing coconut oil with one of the oils listed above (for example, sunflower, sesame, or palm oil) to make it easier to rinse your mouth out.
   • Children (5 to 15 years old) should only rinse their mouth with 1 teaspoon of oil.
   • Sesame oil is preferred in Indian culture. It is rich in antioxidants and has been found to strengthen teeth and gums.
2. 2 Rinse a few times in your mouth. Rinse your mouth with oil, trying to pass the oil through your interdental spaces for 10-15 minutes. Soon the butter will take on a light milky hue. This rinsing motion helps to activate the enzymes. But do not swallow this oil after rinsing, because it contains bacteria!
   • If you are not yet able to rinse your mouth for 10-15 minutes a day, start small: rinse for at least 5 minutes a day, and then go about your business.
   • It is best to do this procedure in the morning before meals.
3. 3 Brush your teeth. Once you rinse your mouth with the oil and spit it out, brush your teeth and rinse your mouth with water as usual. Keep in mind that this procedure is not suitable for regular use and oral hygiene. It should only be in addition to your regular oral hygiene.
   • Rinsing your mouth with oil is an effective and affordable way to get rid of bad breath and stimulate gum growth. Gingivitis (the initial stage of periodontal disease) occurs as a result of the accumulation of so-called microbial plaque on the teeth.
   • If you rinse with oil every day, within about 10 days, you will already notice an improvement and a decrease in the buildup of microbial plaque.
   • Despite the fact that the American Dental Association does not recommend this method, it should be noted that it has been used for centuries to care for the condition of the teeth and gums. But even if you decide to try this unusual method, in any case, you will have to see a dentist who will help stop gum recession.

Method 4 of 4: Take care of your gums

1. 1 Find more information about the causes of gum recession. There are many factors due to which there is a drooping of the gum level. Your dentist will help you identify those risk factors that concern you. The most common and common causes of gum recession are:
   • gum disease;
   • using a hard toothbrush and improper (too harsh) brushing technique,
   • congenital thin gingival biotype (in which the gingival mucosa is thin and weak),
   • smoking and chewing tobacco,
   • traumatic effect on the gums.
2. 2 Brush your teeth twice a day. Buy a soft toothbrush and brush your teeth gently morning and evening. The toothbrush should be positioned at approximately 45 degrees to the gum surface. In short vertical movements (from the gum to the occlusal surface or the incisal edge of the tooth), move along the entire dentition without pressing on the brush. Then make a few more vertical movements, as if "grabbing" the gum a little, as if you were trying to pull it over a tooth. This gum massage, along with the standard cleaning technique, stimulates gum growth and is a good prevention of recession.
   • It is important to clean all surfaces of the teeth.
   • Change your toothbrush every 3-4 months, or more often if you notice that the bristles are out of shape, sticking out in different directions, or discolored (if you have a brush with a color indicator).
   • After you finish brushing your teeth, be sure to brush your tongue to get rid of bacteria on its surface.
3. 3 Every day use dental floss. Daily use of floss (dental floss) helps prevent plaque buildup that cannot be completely removed with a toothbrush alone. Cut off 20 cm of dental floss and wrap the ends of the floss around the index or middle fingers of your left and right hands so that you can pull on the floss with both hands. Then, gently thread the floss into the interdental space and the gingival sulcus (the area where the surface of the tooth contacts the gum), making it a C-shape. Be very gentle and never floss deeply into the gum, and do not injure the gum with strong pressure.
   • To remove microbial plaque from all surfaces of the teeth, you can use dental floss, dental brushes or special already prepared floss, which are ready-made dental floss stretched over a plastic handle. Check with your dentist to find out which is best for you.
4. 4 Get regular checkups with your dentist. The health of your teeth and gums depends on how often you see the dentist. It is recommended to visit the dentist 1-2 times a year, at least. The dentist will do everything possible to prevent dental diseases and maintain oral health.
5. 5 Contact a narrower specialist. If a dentist thinks that you need the help of a periodontist or a dental surgeon, be sure to make an appointment with him for a consultation. A periodontist or dental surgeon will offer more specialized treatments for gum recession. It is worth noting that this treatment is often invasive and expensive.
   • Possible methods of treatment include scaling (professional removal of calculus and plaque, which are the cause of inflammation and recession of the gums), as well as surgical closure of exposed areas of the roots of the teeth with a mucoperiosteal flap. Your dentist will examine you and decide what will work best for you.