SSC 35 (b) Teething in babies

If fever and/or diarrhoea are present, please add the relevant combinations to this.

Instead of commercial teething rings, make a necklace for the baby from dried dates, stringing them through a tough string. It is effective, nutritious and delicious babies love it.

SSC 36 (c) Pyorrhoea and Bleeding gums

It is important to remember that when teeth and gums give trouble, or there are ulcers in the mouth, the body is giving a very strong signal that toxins have reached a very high level. The very gateway of food is now protesting - this warning from nature must be heeded. Diet must be examined very closely and rectified

Brushing teeth with a neem (margosa) twig daily or with powder made from dried Neem leaves is highly recommended . This is a wonderful natural remedy to keep the teeth and gums healthy. Massaging the gums with a paste of mustard oil and salt can help with Bleeding gums and Pyorrhoea.

Note : Using commercial toothpastes may be very "pleasant" but beware of the sugar content and various other not-so-pleasant additives. Make your own toothpowder by mixing salt and soda bicarb (2:1). Leaves your teeth sparkling clean. Do not use toothpaste containing "Flouride". Use Ayurvedic preparations if you wish to use toothpaste.