15 Simple Remedies to Alleviate Gum Disease Symptoms

5. Tea tree oil

Tea tree oil is used worldwide to sooth inflammation, both pure and diluted, but it is also used in many commercial products. The Australian Dental Journal found the application of tea tree oil gel helped reduce gingivitis and bleeding from the gums, with this in mind; it makes sense that using it as a home remedy it will relieve many symptoms and pain. Add a few drops of tea tree oil to your toothpaste and use twice a day for several weeks, or, you can buy toothpaste with tea tree oil added to it. This is available at many supermarkets and health stores.