From: Dr. Ilan Price
- Use Mouthwash Containing Fluoride: Ensure that your mouthwash includes fluoride to strengthen your teeth.
- Use After Meals: It is advisable to use mouthwash after eating to rinse away food particles and raise the pH level in your mouth.
- During Pregnancy: It is recommended to use mouthwash after nausea and vomiting to prevent acidic erosion of the teeth.
- Choose the Right Type: Select a mouthwash that suits your needs, whether it’s for children, diabetics, alcohol-free, natural, gum issues, sensitivity, etc.
- Complementary, Not a Replacement: Mouthwash should not replace brushing and flossing but should be used as an additional step in your oral hygiene routine.
- Homemade Mouthwash: A good homemade mouthwash is a cup of water with a teaspoon of salt. Salt helps tighten gums and prevents inflammation.
- Avoid Eating or Drinking: Refrain from eating or drinking for at least half an hour after using mouthwash to avoid reducing the effectiveness of the product.
- Timing: Perform mouthwash rinsing in the morning or evening after brushing your teeth.
- Daily Use: Daily use of fluoride mouthwash can help prevent cavities.
- Avoid Alcohol-based Mouthwash with Mouth Sores: If you have sores or ulcers in your mouth, avoid using mouthwash with alcohol as it can hinder healing and cause additional irritation.
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