Why is there so much bacteria in the mouth?

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asked Aug 11, 2023 in Dental by Richsykes (1,680 points)
Why is there so much bacteria in the mouth?

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answered Oct 10, 2023 by liana (37,450 points)
There is so much bacteria in your mouth due to eating foods, drinking water and even when you kiss you can get plenty of bacteria in your mouth.

The mouth with its various niches is an exceptionally complex habitat where microbes colonize the hard surfaces of the teeth and the soft tissues of the oral mucosa.

In addition to being the initiation point of digestion, the oral microbiome is crucial in maintaining oral as well as systemic health.

Things that causes bad bacteria in the mouth are health issues, cavities, gum disease, poor oral hygiene and poor diet.

Baking soda toothpaste does kill bacteria and germs in your mouth and also helps to break up biofilm which irritates your gums and is also helpful for removing superficial stains.

The best toothpaste to kill bacteria is Crest Gum Detoxify toothpaste and Crest Pro health Toothpaste as well as Smartmouth Premium Zinc Ion Toothpaste.

Toothpaste does kill bacteria but you should use a toothpaste that contains fluoride which kills bacteria in the mouth.

You can detox your mouth through tongue scraping, drinking green tea, oil pulling, brushing your teeth daily, gargling with mouthwash, gargling with saltwater and gargling with hydrogen peroxide.

The tea that kills bacteria is Green tea which as antibacterial properties.

Killing mouth bacteria takes around 30 seconds to 1 minute depending on what you're using to kill the bacteria in the mouth.

With Listerine and other mouthwash it takes on average of 30 seconds to kill the mouth bacteria.

Salt water does kill bacteria in the mouth as the saltwater has disinfectant properties which can kill bacteria in the mouth and also treat oral infections such as toothaches, allergies, canker sores etc.

Peroxide does kill bacteria in the mouth as the hydrogen peroxide releases oxygen when you swish it and gargle with it that helps to destroy the bacteria in the mouth.

Lemon does kill bacteria in the mouth due to the acidic nature of the lemon and lemon juice.

The foods that kill bad bacteria in the mouth is cheese and milk and other foods high in calcium and phosphate which helps to neutralize the acid in your mouth and also kills off bacteria and preserves your tooth enamel.

The drink that kills bacteria in the mouth is Green Tea which contains natural compounds that kill bacteria in the mouth which can lead to plaque.

Black tea is also good for killing bacteria in the mouth.

Things that kills mouth bacteria naturally are gargling with apple cider vinegar or vinegar, brushing your tongue, eating fibrous food, taking probiotics and swishing and gargling with some hydrogen peroxide and alcohol containing mouthwash.

You can kill bacteria in your mouth by gargling with hydrogen peroxide, antibacterial mouthwash, apple cider vinegar or some diluted vinegar and by brushing your tongue as well.

To get rid of bad bacteria in the mouth you should rinse your mouth and gargle with antibacterial mouthwash and even some hydrogen peroxide.

The mouthwash that kills the most bacteria is Listerine Zero mouthwash which kills 99.9 percent of bacteria and germs.

Other mouthwash that kills the most bacteria is OralMiracle Anticavity Mouthwash, Crest Breath Bacteria Blast Mouthwash and Equate Alcohol Free Multi Action Antiseptic Oral Mouthwash.

A natural antibacterial mouthwash is Tom's of Maine Natural Wicked Fresh Mouthwash and Therabreath Healthy Gums oral rinse.

You can also make a homemade natural antibacterial mouthwash by using 1 cup of filtered water, 4 teaspoons of baking soda, 4 drops of tea tree essential oil and 4 drops of peppermint essential oil.

The mouthwash that kills the most oral bacteria is Listerine antimicrobial mouthwash.

Bacteria can be killed within 30 seconds of coming into contact with the Listerine mouthwash.

To use mouthwash properly you should first brush and floss your teeth and then use a cap full of mouthwash and swish the mouthwash in your mouth for around 30 to 60 seconds.

Then spit the mouthwash out and if you desire you can rinse your mouth out with some water.

You should use mouthwash for 30 seconds to 60 seconds at a time and use mouthwash at least 1 to 2 times per day.

The mouthwash that is safe are.

Biotene Oral Rinse Mouthwash for Dry Mouth.
ClSYS Silver Fluoride Mouthwash.
Crest Scope All Day Mouth Wash Alcohol Free.
ACT Dry Mouth Mouthwash.

Using mouthwash twice a day helps to ensure you keep the bacteria out of your mouth and ensure good oral hygiene which can prevent gum disease and tooth decay as well as cavities.

You should use mouthwash before or after brushing your teeth.

So before you brush your teeth you should rinse your mouth out with mouthwash or if you prefer to use the mouthwash after you brush your teeth then brush your teeth and then use the mouthwash to further clean out your mouth.

All mouthwashes do not have fluoride unless the label says it has fluoride although all mouthwash contains a mint flavoring.

Mouthwash with alcohol is better and is safer for your teeth than alcohol based mouthwash.

Mouthwash with alcohol can damage your tooth enamel and weaken it as well and can also burn your gums.

Mouthwash is necessary after brushing as brushing leaves some germs and bacteria in your mouth and the mouthwash helps kill those germs and bacteria.

Using mouthwash is really necessary between brushing your teeth as the mouthwash helps to kill bacteria and germs in your mouth that brushing your teeth leaves behind.

Using mouthwash at least twice daily can help prevent gum disease and tooth decay.

Mouthwash can damage your teeth when used too much as the alcohol and the PH level of mouthwash is highly acidic which can lead to erosion of the tooth enamel.

It's not bad to use mouthwash every night.

Using mouthwash every night is good to help get rid of germs and bacteria in your mouth and prevent gum disease and tooth decay.

You can overuse mouthwash and if you use the mouthwash too much then the alcohol in the mouthwash can irritate the soft tissues of the mouth and may also cause dry mouth.

It's not bad to use mouthwash everyday as long as you don't use the mouthwash more than 2 to 3 times per day.

When using mouthwash you should use mouthwash at least 2 times per day.

The general guideline when using mouthwash is to use the mouthwash once in the morning and once in the evening after you clean or brush your teeth.

Although if you don't carry a toothbrush, toothpaste and floss around to clean your teeth after every meal then you should rinse your mouth with mouthwash more often.

Mouthwash should be used twice in a 24-hour period. However, a gentle mouthwash can be used after daytime meals.

To reach all the germs hiding in the nooks and crannies of the mouth, a mouth rinse should be swished and gurgled for at least 45 seconds.

You should pour approximately 20 ml of mouthwash to use.

This is the same as 2/3 of one fluid ounce or about four teaspoons.

Most brands of mouthwash recommend that you use the product twice in a 24-hour period after first brushing your teeth.

While it may be temping to freshen up with mouthwash before you brush or floss, generally it is better to finish with mouthwash rather than start with it.

The reason has to do with the two primary benefits of rinsing with mouthwash.

Mouthwash freshens bad breath, can help reduce plaque and gingivitis, as well as fight tooth decay and prevent cavities.

Mouthwash can really help improve your oral health.

Mouthwashes containing fluoride can even help remineralize your teeth.

There's nothing quite like the feeling of rinsing with mouthwash.

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