If you are looking for a simple yet effective way to get more out of your daily oral hygiene routine, our Saint Louis dentists are here to help. We have put together this short article all about using mouth rinse—why it’s helpful and how you can get started…
Disrupt Plaque
Plaque is continually developing in your mouth, and the more that you can do to clear it away promptly, the cleaner and healthier your smile will be. The physical act of vigorously rinsing your mouth with water clears away newly developed bacteria as well as food particles. Taking the time to rinse your mouth, even if you’re only using water, is worth the effort.
Encourage Saliva
Additionally, every time you rinse your mouth, you encourage saliva production. Saliva works to remineralize your dental enamel and neutralize harmful bacteria. It makes sense, therefore, that so many patients who suffer from dry mouth also experience increased rates of cavity development as well as periodontal disease.
Active Ingredients
Using a specially formulated mouth rinse to clean your smile can deliver even more benefits. Many mouth rinses, for example, contain fluoride, since fluoride helps to strengthen and remineralize dental enamel. Peroxide is often included in formulations that are designed to whiten teeth. And, you’ll find cetylpyridinium chloride and chlorhexidine in products that are designed to minimize bacteria and bad breath.
Ready to learn more about optimizing your oral hygiene routine day to day? Give our Saint Louis dentists a call to speak to a member of our team, or to schedule a personal consultation. You can take control of your oral health, for good!