Epic Dental Xylitol Mouthwash Spearmint, 16 oz

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Xylitol is available in many different types of products, including chewing gum, lozenges, mouth rinses, dental wipes, toothpastes, and nasal irrigation solutions.

It can also help to improve conditions such as receding gums, gingivitis, dry mouth, and plaque buildup. Sucrose forms complexes with calcium that allows precipitation of calcium out of saliva while xylitol forms complexes with calcium that do not produce acid and maintain a supersaturated calcium level in saliva, which is important for remineralization of enamel.

For professional medical information on natural medicines, see Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database Professional Version. A three-year study in Hungary among nearly 700 students showed that xylitol-sweetened candy eaten several times each day reduced the incidence of caries better then fluoridated toothpaste or fluoride in milk. Read more about xylitol on this from the American Dental Association if you’re still chewing over this ingredient. It’s made with chlorine dioxide, an oxidizing agent, to try and rid of sulfur-producing bacteria in the mouth.

As I have stopped for a day after brushing with baking soda every night and my painful/irritated gums became almost normal again. Matt just ran out of toothpaste and is whipping up a new batch that will include a bit of Xylitol and possibly even some coconut oil for better texture.Dentists say it helps prevent tooth decay, so it saves your mouth – and wallet – a lot of unnecessary pain. American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs Expert Panel on Nonfluoride Caries-Preventive Agents. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified health care provider because of something you have read on WebMD. Keep your pearly whites and your gums their cleanest with this hello Activated Charcoal Extra Freshening Mouthwash.

The essential oils in Listerine Antiseptic have antimicrobial properties, which have been known to be effective at reducing plaque, gingivitis, receding gums, and bad breath.I was on a mission to make DIY mouthwash that left my breath fresh, mouth healthy and still fit my zero waste lifestyle. My husband and I have used this to make our gums healthier, and our dentist noticed the difference…He did not even have to clean my teeth, and that is a first ! You can find out more about our use, change your default settings, and withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by visiting Cookies Settings, which can also be found in the footer of the site.