HELP: Using tea tree oil to solve dental problems??

[Concerned dental patient]

Hi!

I am a 30-year old guy, who has always had excellent dental hygiene (I floss and brush three times a day, and visit my dentist frequently).

During the past few years, I have unfortunately developed gum recession. I did some research, and came across using tea tree oil. I bought it, and put a few drops in my toothpaste, and brushed with it. However, the oil itself smells of mosquito repellent spray, and my entire mouth has the same scent. I don't like it at all.

2 questions...
1. Is it worth continuing using it? Will tea tree oil regrow my gums? If so, is it better to put it on my gums using a q-tip?
2. I am hesitant to say but what caused my gum recession was increased pressure from my dentist to use an electric brush. I used a manual brush for 28 years, and never had gum recession. Is it true that electric brushes can cause recession?

 

[Shahin Safarian]

You should continue using tea tree oil as it is a herbal remedy that help in treating dental problems. Also you should brush two times a day and stop using electric brush instead of that brush manually.

 

[Concerned dental patient]

Thanks! How should I use tea tree oil on my teeth?
Is there any difference between using the electric vs. manual (as long as my technique is correct)?