How to make a hydrogen peroxide mouthwash

Video: Use Hydrogen Peroxide as Your Mouthwash

Content

Steps
Method 1 of 2: Simple mouthwash
Method 2 of 2: Scented Mouthwash
Tips
Warnings
What do you need
For a simple mouthwash
For scented mouthwash

There are many reasons why you should use a hydrogen peroxide mouthwash. Some people do this on the recommendation of a dentist, while others simply do not want to use commercial products, but want to use products made from natural ingredients.However, hydrogen peroxide itself is very corrosive to tooth enamel, so it must be diluted with water. The simplest mouthwash recipe only includes water and hydrogen peroxide, but if you want to make the taste more palatable, you can make a flavored mouthwash.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Simple mouthwash

1 Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of warm water into a reagent bottle (usually amber, brown, or red). You can use both a plastic and a glass bottle, but it must be absolutely dark and not let in the sun's rays, since hydrogen peroxide quickly decomposes under the influence of ultraviolet radiation. Use only distilled or filtered water.
2 Add 1 cup (240 ml) 3% hydrogen peroxide solution. Use only 3% hydrogen peroxide solution. Higher concentrations can be hazardous to dental and oral health.
3 Close the bottle and shake to mix the ingredients. Store the bottle of rinse aid in a cool, dark place.
4 Use mouthwash no more than twice a day. Pour some rinse aid into a glass. Swish it in your mouth for 30 seconds and then spit it out. Then rinse your mouth out with water. If there is any rinse aid residue in the glass, discard it.

Method 2 of 2: Scented Mouthwash

1 Pour 1 cup (240 ml) water into the reagent bottle. Use only distilled or filtered water. Instead of essential oil, mint hydrosol can be used to add aroma to the rinse aid.
- Do not use plastic bottles as essential oils have a negative effect on plastic.
2 Add ½ cup (120 ml) 3% hydrogen peroxide solution. It is very important that the hydrogen peroxide solution is 3%. Higher concentrations of hydrogen peroxide can damage teeth. However, most pharmacies only sell a 3% hydrogen peroxide solution.
3 Add 7-10 drops of essential oil. Peppermint or spearmint essential oil works best in a mouthwash. You can experiment with other oils, for example, you can use the essential oils of cloves, grapefruit, lemon, rosemary or sweet orange.
- Mix the essential oil with 1 tablespoon (22 g) of honey to create an emulsion.
- Skip this step if your child will use the mouthwash.
4 Close the bottle and shake to mix the ingredients. Remember to shake the bottle every time before using the rinse aid.
5 Use a mouthwash. Shake the rinse aid, then open the bottle and pour into a measuring cup and rinse for 2 minutes. Spit out the liquid and then rinse your mouth with water.
- Do not swallow the mouthwash.
- Store mouthwash in a cool, dark place.

Tips

Store mouthwash in a cool, dark place.
Use a reagent bottle. An opaque bottle would be even better.
You can treat gingivitis by mixing equal parts hydrogen peroxide, water, and Listerine antibacterial mouthwash.
Use hydrogen peroxide to reduce irritation caused by sores, cold sores, dentures, gingivitis, and orthodontic appliances (such as braces or retainers).
Always consult your dentist before using a hydrogen peroxide mouthwash, especially for treating oral problems including gingivitis and periodontitis.
Do not use pure hydrogen peroxide unless recommended by your dentist.

Warnings

Do not swallow hydrogen peroxide mouthwash. Otherwise, you risk getting an upset stomach.
Frequent use of hydrogen peroxide mouthwash kills not only bad bacteria, but also good bacteria in the mouth, which can cause various problems.
Regular use of a hydrogen peroxide mouthwash can irritate the gums. This mouthwash is also harmful to crowns, dental implants and fillings.