Gargling is an important part of the treatment. It removes harmful bacteria and promotes oral hygiene. Gargling may seem unaesthetic or odd, but when you do it in the comfort of your bathroom, it's completely normal. Read on to find out more!
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Learn to Gargle Properly
Step 1. Find a clean glass
This is now your "rinse cup". While it is not necessary to use a special cup to pour the gargle into it, it is safer than drinking straight from the bottle as it avoids the transmission of bacteria.
Step 2. Fill your rinse cup with the selected mouthwash
A little liquid will be enough - it is better to start with less volume than pouring in too much.
Step 3. Put a small amount of mouthwash in your mouth and bubble it up in your mouth
The goal is to try to reach the front and sides of the mouth, areas that will not be reached by gargling.
- Pull in and puff out your cheeks and move your tongue back and forth to move the gargle back and forth in your mouth.
- Some people prefer to warm up the gargle a little before gargling. It will probably not be very pleasant to use a mouthwash, and warm water and a little salt will work well on the throat.
Step 4. Tilt your head back and, without swallowing the liquid, try to open your mouth and make the sound "aaaa"
Keep the uvula at the back of your throat and epiglottis closed so that you do not accidentally swallow any liquid.
- It may take a little time to get used to this, but if you do it right, the vibration of the soft palate at the back of your mouth will cause the fluid to move as if it were boiling.
- When you gargle, the liquid washes the back of your mouth, eliminating some bacteria and soothing your sore throat.
Step 5. Spit out the rinse liquid into the sink
Complement your daily oral health care with brushing and flossing.
Method 2 of 2: Choosing a rinse solution
Step 1. Try gargling with plain salt water (saline solution)
Add half a teaspoon of salt to a glass of warm water. Stir until dissolved. Gargle with saline three times a day to prevent respiratory tract infections.
- Studies have shown that people who gargled with plain saline three times a day experienced a 40% reduction in upper respiratory tract infections.
- Other studies show that saline can help fight sore throat.
Step 2. Try gargling with a mouthwash you buy or make yourself
Mouthwash helps freshen breath, cleanse the mouth, and fight infection at the same time. It is used by millions of people, morning and evening, and is part of their daily oral health care.
- Mouthwashes containing alcohol are generally more potent, but have some side effects, including mucosal ulcers, broken fillings, and even an increased risk of cancer. Use these fluids with caution.
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You can also make your own mouthwash if you like. It's actually pretty easy. Here are some quick recipes:
- Mint & Tea Tree Oil
- Angelica seed infusion
- Many other simple mouthwashes
Step 3. Rinse with plain baking soda solution
Potassium bicarbonate or baking soda is a well-known cleaning agent that has many uses in the household. Who knew it made such a great mouthwash? In fact, one teaspoon of baking soda and 250 grams of water restore the acid-base balance of the mouth. Add a little essential oil like peppermint oil for antimicrobial properties and you've got a great mouthwash!
Step 4. Try adding lemon and honey to hot water for a soothing gargle
The advantage of this mouthwash is that you can drink it after rinsing, unlike other solutions. Try adding a tablespoon each of honey and lemon juice to 170 grams. water. Gargle, then swallow, especially if you have a sore throat and want to get rid of it.
Advice
- Choose a mouthwash with the flavor you like. It helps.
- Rinsing with water or mouthwash does not prevent tooth decay; it should be done with a toothbrush.
- Make sure the amount of water you plan to gargle is not too much, or you may choke.