Eucalyptus, Menthol And Different Important Oils To Look Out For, In A Mouthwash

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World Oral Health Day 2021: Mouthwash combined with essential oils like menthol, thymol, eucalyptol and wintergreen oil works very well. Find out more here.

World Oral Health Day: Use menthol mouthwashes

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  1. Mouthwashes with essential oils can help get rid of plaque
  2. World Oral Health Day: Mouthwash Can Help
  3. It can prevent bad breath

World Oral Health Day 2021 is celebrated on March 20th every year. The day is designed to raise awareness about oral health and the many reasons why maintaining good oral hygiene is vital. In this article, we’re going to talk about the benefits of essential oils for oral health. Essential oils have been associated with healing properties since ancient times. They are commonly used to improve the quality of sleep, reduce headaches, relieve stress, and fight various other inflammatory diseases. Essential oils are commonly used for toothache and gum problems.

While most of us think that brushing too hard or too fast causes bleeding gums, this is not always the case. It is the leftover germs in the mouth that can lead to gum problems and bad breath. Complete oral hygiene is therefore an effective way not only to address these problems, but also to prevent them.

Comprehensive oral hygiene routines include brushing, cleaning, and rinsing twice with mouthwash to keep your mouth clean and healthy. While brushing is important, it is also important to focus on other steps. Adding the right mouthwash to oral hygiene can be a simple, yet effective way to remove any leftover germs that linger even after brushing.

Mouthwash combined with essential oils like menthol, thymol, eucalyptol, and wintergreen oil works very well. These oils are known to be effective in solving oral health problems like reducing gum problems and bad breath. The combination of these essential oils in a mouthwash makes it easier to reach for hidden plaques and germs that are left behind after brushing, and the ultimate result is a cleaner and healthy mouth.

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World Oral Health Day: Here are some essential oils to look out for when choosing a mouthwash

1. Eucalyptol

Eucalyptol oil is a well-known essential oil extracted from eucalyptus leaves that has antibacterial properties. It penetrates plaque and kills germs in the mouth.

2. Thymol

This is identical to natural thyme and ajwain herb. Research has shown that this essential oil is very effective against bacteria and reducing gum disease.

3. Wintergreen oil

Wintergreen oil is extracted from the leaves of the wintergreen plant. This essential oil is a popular ingredient in chewing gum because of its fresh taste properties. It is very effective in controlling bad breath.

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4. Menthol

This is the active ingredient in peppermint and is known for its fresh taste. It is known for its germicidal properties and inhibits the growth of bacteria in the mouth.

Long before today’s toothpaste was made, people relied on twigs and essential oils like cloves, eucalyptus, and peppermint for their flavors and germ-fighting properties. These essential oils are known to keep your mouth healthy and fresh. The modern mouthwash has incorporated these ingredients into the formula and provided a mix of ancient and modern techniques for maintaining proper oral hygiene.

Before using the mouthwash, don’t forget to read the manufacturer’s label. If there are specific instructions, it is best to follow them. Sometimes, after using a mouthwash, you may feel a slight tingling sensation or a slight burning sensation in your mouth. Don’t worry, it’s the mouthwash at work that helps to get the best results.

Therefore, it is recommended to brush an essential oil-based mouthwash twice a day, use dental floss to maintain oral health.

Also Read: Bleeding Gums: Here Are Bad Oral Health Reasons That Can Lead To It

(Dr. Anirban Chatterjee, Periodontist and Implantologist, President-Elect of the Indian Society of Periodontology)

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