What is mouthwash ? How to use mouthwash ? Which type mouthwash should i use ?Many patients ask these questions.First of all mouthwash is not the replacement of your daily tooth brushing and flossing routine . Different types of mouthwashes available in market .Some use to freshen your breath while others provide anti-cavity and germ killing benefits.
STEPS IN MOUTHWASH USAGE
1-POUR RIGHT AMOUNT OF MOUTHWASH
First of all you read the instructions which are given in mouthwash bottle. Most of the time mouthwash bottle's cap use as small cup . Pour the mouthwash in small cup about 10 -20 ml. Amount depend on your recommended mouthwash Generally dentist recommend the dose of 20 ml otherwise Use enough mouthwash to fill your mouth without making any discomfort to you
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2-POUR IT INTO YOUR MOUTH
After pouring in small cup then pour all the mouthwash in your mouth at once then close your mouth to create the seal .so that mouthwash would not move out during swishing .Don't swallow the mouthwash
3-SWISH IT
Swish it through your teeth for 30 seconds. Make sure swish it through your molars as well as yours front teeth then under your tongue and across the roof of your mouth.
4-SPIT IT
When you are done with your swishing then spit it out
WAIT IT
To get more benefits you need to wait at least 30 minutes before drinking water or eating your food .
POINT TO REMEMBER
Don't use mouthwash after tooth brushing you need to wait at least 1/2 hour after tooth brushing .
VISIT YOUR DENTIST
Different types of mouthwashes are available in market .Which type of mouthwash suits you for this you must visit your dentist.
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