Let's find out how to rinse your mouth better to keep your teeth healthy and your breath fresh.
Why do I need a mouthwash?
If before the balm conditioner for the mouth performed a deodorant function (this is indicated by the recipes of ancient compositions: tinctures of mint, melissa, lavender and other herbs), today, even when chewing gum is positioned as a full-fledged denture protection, this product has become not only preventive, but also therapeutic. So, what functions does a modern mouthwash perform:
- cleansing the oral cavity from harmful bacteria and food pieces. This method is especially relevant for people who wear braces;
- for fresh breath. The deodorizing properties of rinsers are generally more prolonged than those of toothpaste;
- for the prevention or treatment of some oral problems (sensitivity of teeth, bleeding gums, a tendency to caries);
- for whitening. This effect is not all rinses for the mouth and, as a rule, it is indicated on the product packaging.
How to choose a mouthwash?
In order to orient yourself in a huge assortment of mouthwashes, and choose the best option, let's find out what these numerous bottles contain:
- aqueous or hydroalcoholic base. In the latter, the percentage of alcohol can reach 16%, so it is worthwhile to carefully study the label when buying the product that you plan to give to children;
- active ingredients. These are anti-inflammatory and / or anticaries agents, such as fluoride and calcium. There may also be plant extracts. For example, the extract of the bark of oak has an astringent effect and reduces excessive bleeding, and extracts of eucalyptus, fir, cloves - reduce excessive sensitivity of teeth;
- preservatives, dyes, flavors and flavors. Many products contain surfactants for improved foaming, but the benefits of the latter can not be said.
The amount of active ingredients depends on whether your conditioner is a preventive or therapeutic product. Medicinal mouthwashes should not be used more often 2-3 times a week, or by the course, according to the prescription of your dentist.
We make the conditioner ourselves
Lovers of natural products, after getting acquainted with the composition of modern rinsers, probably think about how you can make a balm rinse for your mouth at home. So, than you can rinse your mouth. In the absence of a special remedy, after eating, you can rinse your mouth with ordinary water to remove food particles. We will consider full-fledged recipes:
- The basis. As we have already said, water and alcohol serve as the basis for purchased mouth rinses for the mouth. Since you do not have full-value preservatives, we advise you to prepare an alcohol base, which you can dilute with water immediately before use. It is not necessary to take medical alcohol. Suitable and alcohol extracts, such as tincture of eucalyptus or mint, which will perform therapeutic functions. You can take a tincture of propolis, adding it to cognac or brandy.
- Active additives. In addition to pharmacy tinctures, you can add to the homemade mouthwash for essential oils that have antibacterial properties: tea tree, manuka, eucalyptus, fir. Essential oil of a carnation (to add 1-2 drops) possesses obezbalivajushchimi properties. Attention: do not use essential oils during pregnancy and carefully study their description.
How to use a mouthwash?
Many mistakenly believe that the conditioner can replace the toothpaste. This is not entirely true, although in emergency cases you can use this method.
- use a conditioner in the morning and evening, after brushing your teeth;
- for one rinse 10-20 ml of rinse is sufficient. If you use concentrate, first dilute the indicated quantity of the product in sufficient water. Dilute the rinse aid once. preservative is strictly calculated;
- Rinse your mouth for 20-30 seconds. Do not swallow!
- try not to eat or drink for a while, so that the active substances have time to act.