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Gingivitis is a common infection of the surface tissue of the gums, caused by a lack of oral hygiene and by an inappropriate diet. Particularly sugar and refined, processed foods have to be avoided. The herbal anti-microbials like Echinacea, Eucalyptus and Myrrh can be used very effectively in the form of tinctures. Depending on the severity of the infection, you can either wash the gums daily with a tincture of Myrrh or if a stronger remedy is needed, you can use a mixture of equal parts of tincture of Myrrh and tincture of Echinacea. Whilst not being very pleasant to taste, it will be very effective. Alternatively, massage the gums before going to bed with oil of Eucalyptus and wash out the mouth in the morning with distilled Witch Hazel.