Healthy Teeth and Gums

Chewing unripe guava is an excellent tonic for teeth and gums. It stops the bleeding from gums
due its stptic effect and richness in Vit C. Chewing its tender leaves also helps in curing bleeding
from gums and keeps the teeth healty. A Decoction of root-bark can also be beneficial used as
mouthwash for swollen gums.

Lemon and lime are also useful in pyorrhoea due to their high Vit C. They streghthen the gums and teeth
and are very effective for preventing and curing acute inflammations of the gum margins