Why does my dentist recommend me to rinse my mouth with saltwater?
Brushing twice a day and flossing at least once is good oral hygiene practice for a healthy mouth. An added bonus to this routine is to add saltwater mouth rinse to your usual routine. Saltwater rinse is an effective at-home oral health rinse to help keep your teeth, gums, and tongue healthy. Using simple salt water rinse is a simple way to boost your oral health that does not involve extra cost. Often after some dental procedure, a dentist will recommend a saltwater rinse for a few days to help heal. Saltwater rinse is an excellent option for anyone who has gum sores, a sore throat, or recently underwent a dental procedure. Here are some tips for you to get started with salt water rinses and why you should use it.
How to make saltwater oral rinses and use.
Making saltwater oral rinses is a simple process. To make a saltwater rinse, add ½ teaspoon of table salt to lukewarm water then swirl until the salt crystals dissolve. Swish the saltwater rinse around your mouth for 15 to 30 seconds, then spit it out. Make sure not to swallow the saltwater rinse. If you are using salt water rinse after a surgical or tooth extraction dental procedure, it is recommended to use salt water rinse to aid in healing. Continue using saltwater rinse 3-4 times a day for one or two weeks. Doing this will help keep the site clean and prevent infections.
The benefits of saltwater rinses
Reduce bacteria
When you use saltwater rinses, it’s harder for bacteria in your mouth to grow. This is why dentists recommend saltwater rinses after some dental procedures. The saltwater rinse will help keep your mouth clean to prevent infection.
Fights bad breath and helps remove food particle
If you are sensitive to alcohol-based mouthwashes, saltwater mouth rinse is an excellent alternative to the stinging sensation from some mouthwashes. Saltwater mouth rinse is a cheap way to keep your breath fresh. The saltwater helps fight off the bacteria responsible for gingivitis to bad breath. By swishing saltwater, this can help remove food particles that could irritate or inflame your gums. Swish with saltwater after each meal to enjoy fresh breath.
Other health benefits of saltwater rinse
Saltwater rinse does not just freshen your breath, but it can also help remedy minor mouth sores and sore throats. Gargling with salt water may help ease pain and promote healing of sore throats and alleviate discomfort.
If you have concern or questions about oral hygiene, call California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 to schedule your next appointment.
