Amla promotes healing and development of connective tissue that benefits the gums. Additionally, it cleans the mouth and helps get rid of bad breath. Take 1/2 teaspoon of dried amla powder along with 1/2 glass of water daily or one fresh amla daily.
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient required for healthy bones and teeth. It promotes iron absorption. Vitamin C deficiency is characterised by weakness, bleeding gums and defective bone growth.Vitamin C is abundantly available in fresh amla, citrus fruits, guava, banana and certain vegetables such as tomatoes.