Oral Health

If you run out of toothpaste, are allergic, or are looking for a natural homemade solution, try an alternative to toothpaste like the ten suggested here.

A black spot on your tooth may mean decay or simply a harmless stain. Find out how to tell the difference and remove it safely with four easy home remedies.

Drinking pineapple juice for wisdom teeth probably won't target the pain and inflammation as quickly and effectively as modern medicine. But it does have some surprising benefits. Here are four compelling reasons to give it a try before surgery.

Commercial over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications can treat cold sore pain and inflammation. In addition, some essential oils include chemical components that may heal cold sores.

Clove oil, at around $3 a bottle, can ease the intractable pain of dry socket (alveolar osteitis) and dental pain.

Gum disease is the deterioration of the tissues and supporting structures around the teeth (bone, ligaments, and gums) over time. Removing the source of inflammation allows the body to stabilize and begin to heal.

Activated charcoal helps to detoxify the body. As a face cleanser or mask, it is useful in helping to clear up acne and balance oily skin. In oral care, charcoal can clean teeth, destroy plaque, and remineralize cavities.

Did you know that 25% of the population suffers from canker sores? Of those affected, 50% have recurrences. Several home remedies can reduce the pain and discomfort of canker sores.

There are many effective home remedies for tooth pain that can naturally alleviate the painful symptoms of a toothache.

Learn about gingivitis, its causes, and risk factors. Discover 7 natural remedies that can relieve symptoms, treat the disease, and prevent recurrence.

What's the best way to treat canker sores? Before considering medical treatments, try these effective home remedies.

The oil pulling facts are in, and the answers might surprise you! Is it a huge scam? Does it work? Click here to learn all about it!

This is an account of a 14-day experiment with oil pulling. I discuss the oral and systemic benefits as well as the challenges and potential risks.

No one loves bad breathe. There are many mouth fresheners available for purchase to fight bad breath, however, there are also some natural mouth fresheners that may be right in your back yard.

Got tooth pain? You're not alone. Painful toothaches caused by an infection or an impacted wisdom tooth can be reduced with echinacea. Who knew that a simple herb you can grow yourself could ease tooth infections?

How I treat my mouth ulcers safely and effectively with home remedies and oral probiotics. Learn about the three main types of mouth ulcers and how to prevent them.

Receding gums can be caused by many factors including brushing! Let me share with you three methods that may save your teeth before a gum graft or extraction is necessary.

Here's how to lance a dental abscess by yourself, as a form of pain relief, before seeing a dentist who can properly treat it.

Find out how to get rid of canker sores using home remedies found in your kitchen. Say goodbye to these persistent wounds for good!

Licorice (or liquorice) root and extract may be helpful in fighting tooth decay and gum disease. Both substances can be dangerous if they’re used in large amounts.

Learn six ways to keep your throat healthy during the cold and flu season. Make it a habit to follow these tips, and you just might sail right through the season with no illness.

If you have ever had a toothache and painkillers aren't helping, then you might want to try using some of these remedies until you can be seen by a dentist.

Oral thrush is a terrible nuisance. It tastes bad, causes bad breath, and can be embarrassing. Nothing tastes right and it's all you can think of. Left untreated, it can get out of control. Even then, you can still beat it! This article explores how!

Get temporary relief from a toothache.