Turmeric For Oral Health

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You already know how much our <a href="https://thejunction.dentist/general-dentistry/" class="rank-math-link"><strong>biological dental clinic</strong></a> loves wholistic and natural ways to help our patients optimize their oral health. This is why we love turmeric so much!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yes, it is a common, delicious spice used in many Indian and Asian dishes. However, the reason we praise this yellow, magical herb so highly, is for its wide spectrum of therapeutic effects. This includes anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal and wound healing benefits. Let’s not forget its boost to cognitive function, ability to fight inflammation, support to cardiovascular function, promotion of youthful skin, support to joint and muscle health, detoxification, promotion of healthy mood balance, and support to natural weight loss. I mean, what’s not to love?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We’ve already listed some of the many wonderful health benefits that turmeric can provide, but what about our oral health? </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Let’s take a look at some ways we can use this amazing herb to optimize our mouths!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Tooth pain: </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Turmeric’s anti-inflammatory properties can help with the pain and inflammation that comes with a toothache, cavity or infection. Studies have found that turmeric and curcumin may be as effective as steroid anti-inflammatory medicine. You can add turmeric to a home-made mouthwash to help treat and heal your gums.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Gingivitis Prevention: </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Create a turmeric paste using salt and mustard oil and apply it to your swollen gums. The paste can heal and repair damaged gum tissue. The bacteria-fighting properties in turmeric are great at preventing plaque from building up and keeping gingivitis away.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Oral Cancer Prevention: </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Curcumin possesses anticancer properties that prevent biological pathways involved in cancer formation and tumor production from forming. Receiving healthy doses of turmeric may help your entire body, including <a href="https://thejunction.dentist/surgical-dentistry/" class="rank-math-link">your mouth, stay cancer-free</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Plaque and Infection Prevention: </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Adding turmeric to your oral hygiene routine can keep infections away. Turmeric has antimicrobial, antiseptic, astringent, and antioxidant properties that chase off harmful bacteria that try to infect and decay your pearly whites.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Now that we’ve raved so much about turmeric and all of its incredible properties, it’s time to give turmeric a chance to <a href="https://thejunction.dentist/free-microscope-analysis-for-new-patients-for-evaluating-oral-health/" class="rank-math-link">help optimize your mouth</a> and body.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Book your appointment with our biological dental clinic in Toronto today and experience the difference a wholistic dentist can make for you!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->