Lifestyle and home remedies - Gingivitis

You can take steps at home to help reduce or control gingivitis, such as:

Get regular professional dental cleanings, on a schedule recommended by your dentist.

Use a soft toothbrush and replace it at least every three to four months.

Consider using an electric toothbrush, which may be more effective at removing plaque and tartar.

Brush your teeth twice a day, or better yet, after every meal or snack.

Floss daily.

Use a mouth rinse to help reduce plaque between your teeth.

Use an interdental cleaner, such as a dental pick or dental stick specially designed to clean between your teeth.

Don't rely on tartar-control toothpaste to do the job that brushing and flossing should.