Art Solbrig's Protocol to Fight Gum Disease, Reduce Tartar, Remineralize Teeth, Fight Plaque, and Help Prevent Cavities.

by Art Solbrig
Published October 30, 2020
Updated November 07. 2020

There are many causes for gum disease and it doesn't matter that the teeth themselves are very healthy as gum disease can cause them to fall out anyway.

I am thinking that multiple supplements may be useful to help protect the gums, but in this post, I will limit it to three supplements and 1 home remedy that are likely to improve your gums' health if you can tolerate them.

Anyone considering these supplements for the purposes mentioned below should consult their dentist to make sure it will be safe for them.

1. Zinc

The first supplement is zinc. Based on the following article, zinc is perfect for the gums to fend off the multiple issues that can damage the gums.

Here is a quote from the abstract: "Thus taking a note of its potentials, it can be concluded that zinc is a precious element for the maintenance of oral health."

Here is a link to the abstract:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27524540/

The next study suggests that zinc deficiency in children can lead to gingivitis.

Here is a quote from the abstract: "Children with systemic zinc deficiency have a higher caries prevalence and poorer gingival health compared to their zinc-sufficient counterparts."

Here is a link to the abstract:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23211913/

This next study abstract suggests that zinc deficiency leads to a higher copper level and the higher copper level leads to gingival epithelium's permeability, allowing entry of harmful bacteria. Here is a link to the abstract:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8502198/

2. Xylitol

The next supplement is xylitol, one of the healthier and better-tasting sugar substitutes.

This abstract clearly shows that xylitol chewing gum significantly reduces both plaque and gingival index scores and lower multiple inflammatory mediators in the mouth while also lowering numerous inflammatory mediators and considerably reducing the bacterial count of Streptococcus Mutans, all in just 3 weeks!

 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32729244/

The following research shows how chewing gum containing xylitol can reduce cavities in adults who are at high risk for cavities:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5693987/

The next study discusses xylitol's potential to remineralize teeth, fight gingivitis, fight cavities, fight periodontitis, fight bad breath, inhibit the formation of calculus or tartar, help reduce plaque, as well as many other health benefits not related to gums and teeth.

https://jpma.org.pk/article-details/7870?article_id=7870

Finally, xylitol can act as a humectant, allowing the mouth to retain moisture better. Dry mouth is a contributing factor to tooth decay.

3. Melatonin

The third supplement is melatonin, and it has multiple benefits when it comes to the gums and teeth. Melatonin is well known for its potent antioxidant effects, its potent anti-inflammatory effects, and antiapoptotic effects.

This first link expands on the multiple ways that melatonin can be beneficial in the oral cavity which are very likely to be additive to the effects of zinc and xylitol :

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24665831/

This next abstract of a study suggests that melatonin may have a protective role against periodontal disease :

 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20151807/

This next study shows that periodontal disease tissue and saliva show decreased melatonin levels in the gingival crevice fluid, while aggressive periodontal disease shows the lowest level of melatonin.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23033974/

This last melatonin study shows even more benefits of melatonin in the oral cavity that are significant.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3731095/

4. Sea Salt

Although I said three supplements, I am adding sea salt, which I don't really consider as a supplement, but it has good effects in the oral cavity that are likely to be additive to the 3 supplements!

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23697295/

Salt Water Rinse

Regarding the salt water rinse, using Himalayan Pink salt in warm water, I/8th teaspoon of the pink salt in a shot glass of warm water and mix until the salt is dissolved and swish this liquid around in the mouth for a minute and spit it out.

You can pre-make a larger amount in a bottle that you can refill the shot class with for convenience. Add a level teaspoon of salt for every 8 ounces of water.

Instructions

1. Take a zinc lozenge in the morning and let it dissolve as slowly as possible. 
2. An hour later, take a xylitol lozenge. You can use more xylitol lozenges if you like.
3. Repeat in the late afternoon.
4. After brushing your teeth before bed, rinse for one minute with a shot glass or ounce of the saltwater.
5. Follow this with the melatonin lozenge dissolved on the tongue and spread it around the mouth as much as possible applying to teeth and gums.

The reason you want these oral remedies to dissolve slowly is to improve local absorption as much as possible, as opposed to systemic absorption which will occur more readily if the lozenge is chewed up quickly and then swallowed. 

The frequency can be reduced to two or three times a week once improvement is established. You can also use the saltwater rinse in the morning after brushing your teeth if you want .

Where to Buy

1. Xylitol Breath Mints

Here is a link to breath mints with xylitol in it:

Epic Dental 100% Xylitol Sweetened Breath Mints, Peppermint Flavor, 1000 Count Bag

2. Zinc Lozenges

Here is a link to zinc lozenges:

Cold-EEZE Cherry Flavored Cold Remedy Lozenges

3. Sublingual Melatonin

Here is a link to a 1 mg melatonin sublingual :

Source Naturals Sleep Science Melatonin 2.5 mg Orange Flavor - Helps Promote Sleep - 240 Lozenge Tablets

4. Himalyan Pink Salt

Here is a link to Himalayan pink salt :

The Spice Lab Himalayan Salt - Coarse 2.2 Lb / 1 Kilo - Pink Himalayan Salt is Nutrient and Mineral Dense for Health - Gourmet Pure Crystal - Kosher & Natural Certified

Warnings

Xylitol and Dogs

Be very careful with any xylitol products if you have a dog. Do not leave any product lying around where a dog can get to it. Xylitol is extremely toxic to dogs. Even small amounts of xylitol can cause seizures, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), liver failure, and in some cases, death.

 

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