Low Sunshine, Angry Gums
When your body runs low on vitamin D, your mouth feels it. People with aching, swollen gums almost always have less of the “sunshine vitamin” floating around. Vitamin D helps calm inflammation and keeps the bones under your teeth strong. Without it, gums inflame more easily, tiny infections linger, and loose teeth become a greater threat.
Top Up, Tighten Up
Here’s the bright news: taking a daily D supplement helps your gums. With healthier gums, they grip your teeth better, giving each tooth a firmer connection to your jawbone. If your gums are puffy and can bleed a bit when brushing, don’t stop brushing and flossing, instead, add some extra D to defend your gums and teeth.
Simple Sunshine Plan
Catch some sun, sip fortified milk, or take 1,000 IU of D3 with breakfast. Combine that with daily brushing and regular cleanings, and your smile stays anchored.
