The Top 3 Ways to Use Guava Leaves for Tooth Decay
1. Guava Leaf Mouth Rinse – Nature’s Antiseptic
Struggle: You brush, but that lingering bad breath and gum ache return by evening.
Meet Sarah, 47, a teacher. For months, she battled bleeding gums every time she flossed. Embarrassed, she stopped smiling in staff meetings. Then she tried a guava leaf rinse.
She boiled a handful of fresh guava leaves, let the water cool, and swished it around twice daily. Within 10 days, the bleeding stopped. Her dentist was stunned.
Science says: A 2019 study in the Journal of Oral Health found guava leaf extract significantly reduced plaque scores in participants compared to placebo rinses.
How it works: The natural flavonoids act as an antiseptic, reducing bacteria that feed on leftover sugars in your mouth.
Implementation table:
Step Action Timing
1 Boil 5–7 fresh guava leaves in 2 cups water Morning
2 Cool, strain, and store in a clean glass jar Within 30 mins
3 Use as a mouth rinse, swish for 30–60 seconds Twice daily
Self-assessment: Rate your gum sensitivity on a scale of 1–10 now. If it’s 7 or higher, this rinse could change everything.
Cliffhanger: But rinsing isn’t the only way. Ready to chew your way to healthier teeth?
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