Did you know that the bacteria fighting ingredients in a very popular mouthwash are essential oils - and this mouthwash has been around for years - you would recognize it instantly if I told you the name, Here is a hint: it starts with an L.

Here is another product that uses essential oils to fight gum disease:

http://ora-md.com

Be careful though. Understand that the key to defeating gum disease depends a great deal on your efforts to control / eliminate plaque. (there are alternative theories - but this is mainstream) So, using a simple essential oil product may be helpful, but watch out - it is not the entire solution - in my opinion.

The above product mixes with our saliva to deliver bacteria killing power to your gums via your toothbrush or fingertip.

Dave Snape
Author: What You Should Know about Gum Disease

This post does not intend to render advice, it is for information purposes only. Visit your doctor or periodontist for diagnosis, advice and treatment. The USFDA had not evaluated statements about products on this site.