Adopt natural mouthwash

To ensure oral hygiene, brushing your teeth is essential. But for antibacterial treatment, help to clean the tongue, gums and teeth is necessary. As you will have understood, it is found in supermarkets, it is mouthwash . Almost everyone knows it, but do you really know what it is used for?

What are the different types of mouthwash?

First, it is possible to meet antiseptic mouthwashes . They are very common and they prevent the development of bacteria by their antiseptic powers. It fights against bad breath and allows to treat slight inflammations of the gums. They are to be used once or twice a week but not more.

You can also find healing mouthwashes . They are used for minor oral problems such as mouth ulcers or bleeding gums. They promote healing and contain a mild anti-inflammatory. It is not uncommon to find alcohol in these mouthwashes . They do not replace a visit to a dentist, but they have their uses.

The last major family of mouthwashes are protective mouthwashes . They protect teeth against cavities. They are prescribed for people with cavities and for teenagers with braces. The main active ingredient here is fluoride which will prevent the formation of dental plaque.

How to make a natural homemade mouthwash?

To make your own mouthwash , it's very simple. You only need a few ingredients:

• Baking soda:

This is a product that is very fashionable and solves many small health problems. It allows you to clean and cook. One of its other uses is dental cleaning. By mixing a teaspoon of baking soda with water you can make an effective mouthwash against tartar and bad breath.

• Apple cider vinegar:

Following on from baking soda, cider vinegar mouthwash allows regular cleaning of the mouth. It eliminates bacteria. Take it as a mouthwash by mixing a teaspoon of cider vinegar with a glass of water. Cider vinegar mouthwash is used like any mouthwash.

• Salt:

Salt already used in nasal sprays and also useful for your teeth. Mixed with water it will make a mouthwash that will be effective against inflammations after for example a visit to the dentist.

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