ESSENTIAL OILS ARE JUST THE THING YOU WILL NEED FOR A NATURAL HEALTHY MOUTH. SEE WHICH OILS CAN WHITEN TEETH, FRESHEN BREATH, AND EVEN HELP WITH TOOTH PAIN.
Essential oils can have incredible benefits for teeth, gums, and overall mouth wellness.
Clove essential oil can be effective in preventing and treating cavities because of its antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Peppermint and spearmint are wonderful for freshening the breath by just putting a drop under the tongue. I have already shared my toothpaste recipe, but I want to share my other favorite recipes for oral health.
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As you know, I like to use my essential oils to make natural products, and when it comes to dental health, there is no exception. I have found great alternatives to conventional oral health products, and I am excited to share them with you!
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ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DENTAL HEALTH: TOOTHACHE
Just the other day, I was experiencing a toothache, so I put a drop of clove oil on a q-tip and rubbed it on my hurting tooth. It is a natural number, and I had instant relief. I applied the clove a couple more times throughout the day and the tooth pain completely went away. Clove is a warm oil and should be diluted before applying topically. 
ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DENTAL HEALTH: NATURAL TEETH WHITENER
Add a drop of one of these essential oils: lemon, cinnamon bark, or clove on your toothbrush with your favorite all-natural toothpaste and brush like normal. Or brush your teeth with a mix of 1 tsp baking soda, 1 drop of essential oil, and enough water to create a paste. Lemon, cinnamon, and clove are great essential oils to help whiten your teeth.
ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DENTAL HEALTH: RETAINER OR MOUTH GUARD SOAK
A retainer can get pretty stinky and gross after a while; try this natural soak to keep it clean and fresh.
- Add 2 drops peppermint and 2 drops lemon essential oil to a glass dish of water.
- Place the retainer in the water and soak for at least 15 minutes.
Lemon has antibacterial properties; it will help cleanse the retainer and kill any unwanted bacterias while the peppermint freshens the smell.
ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DENTAL HEALTH: HOMEMADE MOUTHWASH
We all love fresh breath, but when I read the label on my store-bought mouthwash, it went straight in the trash. Mouthwash is high in sodium and may be doing more harm than good for your overall health. The mouth is full of beneficial bacteria that is our body’s first defense against illness. Thankfully, making your own is simple and still works great.
- Add 2 teaspoons of salt to 4 cups of warm water and mix well.
- Add 5 drops of melaleuca, wild orange, cinnamon, peppermint, and 2 drops of clove.
- Rinse for 30 seconds two times per day.
ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DENTAL HEALTH: TEETH GRINDING
Teeth grinding is a condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth together, usually while you sleep. The occasional teeth grinder won’t see much damage, but years of grinding can damage your teeth, cause tooth decay and tooth sensitivity, and lead to permanent jaw pain. I used to grind my teeth as a kid. I never knew I did it, but everyone around me sure reminded me of it in the morning. 😉
Roller Bottle for Teeth Grinding
5 drops lavender
5 drops roman chamomile
3 drops marjoram
2 drops geranium
- Combine essential oils in a roller bottle and top off with fractionated coconut oil. Dilute the oils in half if using on a child under age 12.
- Apply topically to the jawline before bed.
ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DENTAL HEALTH: TEETHING BABY
Nothing is worse than an inconsolable baby. It breaks my heart when my children are in pain, especially if I can’t do anything to fix it. When my littles start teething, I make up this roller bottle to help calm and soothe them. You guys, this one works so well!
Roller Bottle for Teething
- 3 drops lavender
- 3 drops frankincense
- 3 drops Roman chamomile
- Combine essential oils in a roller bottle and top off with fractionated coconut oil.
- Apply topically to jawline as needed.
ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DENTAL HEALTH: CANKER SORE REMEDY
I used to get canker sores all the time. They are incredibly painful and annoying. Multiple factors can cause canker sores, including injury to the mouth, acidic or spicy foods, vitamin deficiencies, hormones, stress, or autoimmune disorders. They usually resolve on their own within 3-5 days. Thankfully, canker sores are much rarer to me these days, but when I do get them, I use this remedy.
- Add 1 drop melissa, 2 drops geranium, 1 drop helichrysum, 2 drops black pepper, and 1 drop clove in a teaspoon of coconut oil.
- Apply to canker sore as needed.
ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DENTAL HEALTH: COLD SORE REMEDY
Cold sores are small, painful, fluid-filled blisters that appear on the lips, mouth, or nose that are caused by a virus. The sores can be painful and usually last a few days.
Roller Bottle for Cold Sores
- 3 drops peppermint
- 3 drops melaleuca
- 3 drops lavender
- 2 drops clove
- 2 drops cinnamon
- 1 drop helichrysum
- Combine essential oils in a roller bottle and top off with fractionated coconut oil.
- Apply topically to the area of concern as needed. Once the sore has subsided, continue using it for one more day to make sure the virus is completely gone.
ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DENTAL HEALTH: CAVITIES AND TOOTH DECAY
Brushing your teeth and flossing regularly can help protect against cavities. The foods you eat and your daily vitamin intake also plays a big role in healthy teeth. Eating a clean diet with little to no sugar and taking a whole-food-based vitamin can do wonders for oral health. I talk about my favorite vitamins HERE.
- Add 2 drops each of wild orange, clove, eucalyptus, rosemary, and cinnamon to 1/4 cup water.
- Swish oils around in mouth multiple times a day.
As you can see, essential oils can do wonders for your mouth, teeth, and gums. My whole family uses my homemade toothpaste recipe twice a day. Recently when we went to the dentist, he was very impressed with our teeth. I guess it’s working! 😉
Essential oils are very concentrated. Read how to use essential oils internally for more information. I am not a doctor and always recommend checking with your doctor before using any essential oils orally.
Do you ever use essential oils for your dental needs? If so, share your recipes in the comments below!
I hope this post was helpful!
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Angelic Rodriguiz says
I agree with your details , fantastic post.
lauraascher says
Thank you so much!
Heather says
Thank you for mentioning this on Instagram. I have ground my teeth since I was a baby. Now I wear a retainer at night so I am going to use two of these recipes right away. To make the teeth clenching recipe asap I am going to have to substitute one oil, but I have the rest, so I hope it still works as well.
lauraascher says
You’re welcome! Hope it helps!
Sherry says
Just finished reading your post about dental health and I have a question. I have an autoimmunne disease which is attacking the inside of my mouth. Is there an essential oil you would recommend that could possibly help me?
Thank you for your time.
Sherry
lauraascher says
Aww I am so sorry to hear that! I have a protocol for autoimmune. It includes oils, supplements, and diet. I would love to chat further with you about this if you want to email me at [email protected].
Abbey says
I know essential oils can eat through plastic. They won’t do this for retainers?
Laura says
Typically that only happens over time, not for a quick soak.
Abbey says
Okay, awesome! Having it eat through a water bottle is one thing, but my retainers is another lol