This works ! I had a toothache from a cavity and it was starting to bother me. I started doing a salt water rinse every hour or so for the first day and then a few times the second day. By the third day my pain was gone completely. I now do this every day in the morning and night along with brushing and flossing and no problems. Yes, I know I need to get the cavity filled, but in the meantime this works.
you can also use clove oil. it tastes terrible but you put it on a qtip and place it against the gums where the pain is and leave for 5 minutes. the pain will go away for weeks
No. Do not use clove oil long term. I have seen resorption result when patients drop oils around pockets long term. This is also not a cure. You are masking pain but not addressing the problem.
Finally a video with the detail I was looking for. The amount of salt in the water and temperature is quite important. Thank you for sharing your professional opinion.
When one of my wisdom teeth came in, it was one of the most painful experiences of my life. What helped me survive was ibuprofen and rinsing with salt. The salt really helped, thanking God ❤
Super informative, thanks man! I've got an infected wisdom tooth right now and the saltwater helps tremendously. My plan is to do it every after time I eat and if it hasn't cleared in two weeks I'll see my dentist. Fingers crossed! :)
Did you have to see your dentist? Don't risk something more serious please. Many wisdom teeth conditions require treatment and this is more for gum health and prevention. It could be a cyst, infection, abscess, cavity, etc.
Same...... have had bad wisdom tooth infection for 8 months now - Still waiting for oral surgeon to remove it. To make things worse salt water is disgusting and almost immediately after putting it in my mouth I want to be sick, so can't do it.
Thank you! This helped me sooooo much! I never believed on this because I never thought you had to put a great amount of salt for it to work, I used to add a little bit only and it never worked. Once I did it your way I saw results immediately.
I just found this video, thank u so much i havent been able to get any sleep at all. The past 3 days because of my tooth. Im hoping it will buy me time till i can go see the dentist. Sadly no one is accepting new patients around me due to Covid.
I can’t believe they aren’t accepting new patients. Super disappointed. If the tooth is aching or throbbing, it might need a root canal or extraction but its impossible to know without seeing. I hope you are doing well now.
Does this actually help with fighting gingivitis? I am unable to go to the dentist simply because my medical insurance doesn't pay for a lot of stuff I've even stepped brushing and flossing more. I wish I had taken better care of my teeth because now I'm afraid lol losing them to gum disease
Right now it is 3 am and for the past 2 hours I've been having *pain* I still can't believe it but salt water worked..... Pain is just lingering now. That's what I get for having poor oral higene and of course *sodas* Yea... You bet I drop sodas from now on. Am 24 and never had pain like this. Lesson *well* learned!
Its never too late and I am glad you are seeing improvement. If you take care of things now or prevent them, you will save. a lot of time, energy, and frustration in the long run. If you were to have sodas, its better to limit the amount of time you spend drinking them. For example, its better to have the entire soda in 5-10 minutes instead of sipping on it all day long because your saliva can not effectively neutralize the acidity if you sip on it all day long. Best- MN
Question for everyone including Dr. Matt Nejad - Salt Water Rinse (as instructed in this video) or Listerine? Excluding one is more expensive than the other which option is better?
Salt water is more effective for acute gum inflammation or swollen gums. Listerine is more enjoyable for daily use but its not my favorite. I like smart mouthwash for daily use. Its on my list here: www.amazon.com/shop/mn_institute?listId=6ZFHO6O1CQ6V
I believe floss can cause problems. I just recently started flossing and one tooth got infected and bubble appeared. The dentist said that the infection was in a pocket. It had to be extracted it was so infected. I continued flossing on the other side and a few weeks later now there is pain on the tooth…no bubble yet. I believe when you floss you have a risk of taking that bacteria and pushing it to the top of the tooth which is what happened to me. I’m hoping the salt water treatment will remove the infection since I don’t have a bubble yet. I will not be using floss anymore though.
Yes, all of them. That was a bad joke. I was saying that flossing is important to maintain healthy teeth and gums, so if you care about keeping your teeth, floss them all.
Rinsing after brushing can rinse away the fluoride that helps out our enamel, but I don't think its really a big d. Either way you're doin what you gotta do and keeping those teeth clean 👌
I've had an inflamed gum at the back by my wisdom teeth and so I used corsodyl mouthwash and the inflammation went down. However as I continued to use corsodyl for the next couple of days my gums on my right side are very painful and irritated (no where near my wisdom teeth). Will this help I think I'm going to see the dentist asap as I'm struggling to sleep.
See your dentist. It sounds like pericoronitis and this can help bring the inflammation down but it won't cure it. I could be wrong anyway, see your dentist please. All the Best- MN
My tooth gum for the longest time now has been lowered and has a red coloring. Can this help in any way? My dentist never mentions this problem, but I fear it could get worse and I could lose a tooth
I would see another dentist and ask them about it. Its important to prevent these problems so if your dentist won't answer you, or if you are not sure, then the best thing is to get a second opinion. Salt water is great for improving gum health, but not if there is some more significant problem. Also, if you have tartar and calculus beneath the gums, they will never settle down until that is cleaned well and maintained.
@@BiomimeticDentistry I don't know if I have calculus and or tartar beneath the gums but I do have tartar, plaque and or calculus right at where the gums are at of lowest level of gum recession (before exposing the teeth more) and I clean them out every few days or weeks when I feel like it or see like it has come back so badly that I just want it all gone. The doctor also stated I do not need deep cleanings/scaling done but I definitely have gum recession, nerve pain, my teeth seem at times like they are lowering in height on their own for some reason, I have red and or purple gums (not horribly red or purple bad enough), some sensitivity at times and also bad sensitivity at times too, black spots between my teeth, a little bit of bone loss, yellow and or brown spots on my teeth and bleeding gums at times when flossing. The doctors say I don't have peridontal disease but I know that is not true--some previous doctors say I should get gum grafting or bone grafting - so I trust what those doctors said about my bone loss but I do not want to get gum grafting or bone grafting--both procedures are too expensive and they only do parts of the mouth when I have gum recession everywhere. I'm hoping for some serious miracles with my oral health.
Hmm, not sure what kind of infection you mean, but probably yes. That doesn't mean it will cure the wisdom tooth infection but if you mean the wisdom tooth or any tooth was extracted, then definitely do not do any vigorous swishing.
Doctor Matt, there's a lot of contridicting information on the internet regarding salt water rinses daily as a routine, with doctors saying it can cause eventual enamel erosion, dryness of mouth which leads to cavities. What are your thoughts on this?
No enamel erosion, or dryness to be concerned about. Its topical and you aren't drinking it. With that said, my recommendation is to use it until the gums are under control, not to use it for the rest of your life but you definitely could.
I had tooth extraction last week...through surgery All the pain has gone... But the pain on the surface from where the tooth is extracted is still there. And also having trouble in eating .. Can you p tell how long the pain exists in the surface from where the tooth has been extracted?
There is no standard amount of time, but usually any pain by one week is not common unless its impacted wisdom teeth or there is a complication like dry-socket. Please see the dentist/surgeon for a follow-up. Best-MN
I think if you can make sure they don't drink that concentrated salt water by accident there should be no problem. Growing up my grandma made me gaggle salt water after I brush my teeth in the morning. I did this since 2 yrs old. Never understood why. Just thought it was a Asian thing. I guess granny's knows best. The solution she gave me wasn't so concentrated though. It was salty but drinkable. But after I turned 8 I left the country and now in Australia. My mom doesn't give it to me so I didn't do it anymore. Probably should have kept it up. I was too young to know it was good. I just thought it's some old lady tale. Now I'm 30. 🤣 I should get back to doing it everyday. I do brush my teeth twice a week with salt and baking soda.
This is directed to Dr. Nejad...I just heard info about negative (e.g.) metabolic effects of a high concentration saltwater oral rinse due to the (rinse's) bactericidal effect on beneficial oral bacteria...can you comment?... I am not referring to BP issues due to merely swallowing the saltwater - although the info did mention a negative effect on BP due to a decreased NO (Nitric Oxide) effect...
Fluoride also has its benefits but you can't really use them all at once. Depends on what is the primary issue you are experiencing and it would be impossible to tell you what's best because it depends on the situation.
Swishing immediately after extraction is not good. It can disrupt the blood clot and lead to dry socket. You have to wait and avoid swishing during initial healing.
Sorry for the late comment, but when u add the salt to the water, and swish it for the 30-60 seconds, do u do this till all the water/amount of the solution is gone, or do u do as much as u can fit in one go and pour the excess solution away.
Not that I am aware of. I think you need to see a professional. I don't treat tonsil stones but I do refer to a specialist nearby who does manage and remove tonsil stones.
What are the shortcomings of using saline water as mouthwash? I've seen dentists on RUclips warning of some cons such as: an effect on blood pressure and that it may damage your enamle if used regularly.
They don’t know what they are talking about. It is not acidic and it does not raise blood pressure unless you are literally drinking it regularly. It is safe for your enamel.
Im not the brightest guy out there but holy f**k. This saved my life. I was so much in pain with my teeth and gums even mefanamic wont stop the pain. I tried this and somehow i got through the night. I was mind blown
Bacteria will not grow on salt, gold or copper. Salt is cheap, gold is expensive and copper protects itself from decay by forming an oxide barrier on the outside. It turns a green color as does the Statue of Liberty and copper compounds are sprayed on asphalt based shingles at the factory to protect them from mold growth and staining. The applied increases the cost by raises the warranty. I know that much and I only fixed cars for 38+ years.
@@BiomimeticDentistry Thank you! If the meal is with honey, doesn't it make sense to kill the bacteria before the meal so the bacteria will be dead by the time the sugar will reach my mouth?
If I already brushed my teeth with toothpaste for the night, and later if I rinse my mouth with salt do I need to brush my teeth again with toothpaste?
I don't know why, but don't gargle then. Its not a good idea or safe to ingest salt water. Rinsing is ok for acute problems but not swallowing it regularly. Best- MN
Can i do this everyday what are the side effect how many tbsp of salt should i put and should i rinse it with normal water after i gargle with salt water does it whiten my teeth does it loseen my teeth and what can i use if i don't have any salt apple cider or baking powder or a mouthwash
I brush floss everyday. I brush with salt mix with baking soda twice a week. I have private health care and get 2 free dental clean visit yearly. ( Well not free it's paid for as part of my health care). Anyhow I don't even need to go because my dentist say I have no decay, no plaque, no gingivitis. No problem at all. Mouthwash is a scam in my opinion. But that's just me
I have a bump on the back of my teeth and every time I hit it it turns purple and a bump just pop up and sometimes it doesn’t let me sleep the pain is worse every night I need help
Funny thing is I’ve been having a painful and sore for almost 3 days now and I’m worried my wisdom teeth might be coming in. I’m gonna try to schedule my dentist appointment soon. Just wondering can you have wisdom teeth removal after fillings.
not completely but I prefer no additional additives like caking agents so kosher salt or sea salt where the only ingredient is the salt is ideal for this purpose.
I have teeth problems . Teeth bugs in our language i.e karees ( do not know the proper spelling) I have already root canal of teeth . I want some tips kindly suggest as I am too young to loose teeth .... Thanks. I have already started avoiding crunchy sugary and sticky foods....plus carbonated drinks ...
It would help slow the process possibly but it won’t cure the pocket with professional debridement. Calculus/tartar in the pocket will not allow resolution of the pocket unless removed and maintained. You should have professional treatment by a periodontist if you have deep pockets like that.
my bottom gums fell fuzzy is that gum disease? If so will this help because the dentist isn't open and don't know what to do. please help Dr Matt i don't want to lose my teeth.
I am not sure what it means for your gum to feel fuzzy. I would try to see your dentist as soon as possible. This is an excellent way to minimize periodontal and gum problems but it won't reverse tartar, build-up, etc. It is an effective way to help control, but you still need professional intervention.
It will definitely not get rid of a cavity, there is no way to get rid of a cavity besides restoring it. Some people talk about early demineralization as cavities, and those can be maintained with mineralization of the surface layer because the surface has not been cavitated (there is no break or indentation/hole). I do not consider early demineralization a cavity, just a sign that oral hygiene and maintenance need to be modified to minimize chance of becoming a cavity. Hope that helps. Best- MN
some sites say not to do it more than 3-4 times a week because it can damage enamel.... that daily use is fine up to 2 weeks. ?? yet some say it's safe everyday?
knowledge is power. There is nothing in salt water that will damage enamel. It is not acidic and it is not abrasive since you are not brushing with it. Regardless, I wouldn't plan to do this for life. It's a great technique for periods of time, but daily is unnecessary and it gives the false sense that this will replace other preventative care and maintenance. Best- MN
I just replaced an old filling of mine which was already sensitive to cold and air pressure like last last last week, it's in the side of my front teeth and is still a little bit sensitive (better than before tho), I wouldn't say that it hurt and feels uncomfortable at all but would this help by any chance? I've read some articles saying that salt water mouthwash can reduce sensitivity after a filling
The articles you were referring to prob meant the gums. Is it still sensitive? If the procedure was done well, sensitivity is not normal. Unfortunately it is common if you do not know how to avoid it predictably and its one of the things I teach in my dental courses.
There is no definitive answer, but my recommendation is to wait at least 5-10 minutes for maximum effect. However, if you want to rinse and you can't tolerate it, then that is still better than nothing. Best- MN
Wont it raise blood pressure since some of the sodium will enter the blood brain barrier through the bottom of the tongue?? Is this recommended only for short term use??
This is ideally for intermittent or short term use to treat an active problem. The oral absorption is most likely not significant, there were studies done on this with saline solution and there was very little sodium intake. Either way, I would only be using this for 1-2 weeks to treat inflamed or irritated gums.
Not sure. Ive never had someone use it for that, but salt water rinses are reported to help with sore throats. A lump can mean a lot of things but I wouldn't assume that it will manage that.
This is really ideal for this purpose. Let me know how it goes- It won't replace professional cleaning especially if there is tartar build-up around and below the gums but it will certainly help.
Periodontal disease comes down to controlling bacteria/biofilm. Salt water kills the bacteria and disrupts biofilm. The osmolarity of the salt causes the bacteria to pop basically.
@@BiomimeticDentistry And when you say the bacteria pops what does that mean? And or how does the bacteria leave where it's causing problems? Also doing the salt water rinse have you seen people with periodontal disease specifically lessen their periodontal disease or get rid of it completely with the salt water rinse (and or get rid of problems they have from/with their oral health and which issues specifically did people get rid of)?
My gums are really swollen on the bottom till the point u can only see a lil bit of one of my teeth , will this help ??? I dont have insurance or medicare 💯‼️‼️‼️‼️ HELP WILL THIS HELP
Unfortunately not that revolutionary. In my opinion, this is excellent for an adjunct to maintaining the health of the gums and supplementing your oral care regime. It definitely will help in controlling periodontal disease and cavities, but it will not single handedly restore or reverse the current condition if there is not some sort of initial therapy or control. Think of this as an excellent means of preventing or reversing early stages of gum inflammation, but once there is pockets, bone loss, and tartar build-up or cavities, those would all need to be addressed then this would help prevent them from re-occuring. If i was using this, I would do it for a few weeks to help the transition back to health then try to slowly eliminate this and maintain with bruss, floss, waterpik for the long term.
I don't recommend hot water. If you use hot, wait until it has cooled down. Do not burn your mouth. Hot water is not recommended though. The video mentions warm. Best- MN
Hi Austin, Sorry for not getting back sooner. Typically the answer is NO. You do not want to disrupt the blood clot. Avoid using straws, vigorous swishing, and any other actions that could create negative pressure in the mouth. After the first week it is fine to do this but not in the early stages. Best- MN
You only need enough water to rinse with, so maybe 4 fl. oz (half a cup) but you can make more, you just wont need more than that. You can use less salt, but super-saturated is the most effective. You mix the salt until you find it will no longer mix and collets at bottom.
This works ! I had a toothache from a cavity and it was starting to bother me. I started doing a salt water rinse every hour or so for the first day and then a few times the second day. By the third day my pain was gone completely. I now do this every day in the morning and night along with brushing and flossing and no problems. Yes, I know I need to get the cavity filled, but in the meantime this works.
you can also use clove oil. it tastes terrible but you put it on a qtip and place it against the gums where the pain is and leave for 5 minutes. the pain will go away for weeks
Are you scared to go to the dentist? I am
No. Do not use clove oil long term. I have seen resorption result when patients drop oils around pockets long term. This is also not a cure. You are masking pain but not addressing the problem.
I am not =)
@@BiomimeticDentistry Tell us what to use then
Finally a video with the detail I was looking for. The amount of salt in the water and temperature is quite important. Thank you for sharing your professional opinion.
Glad it was helpful!
When one of my wisdom teeth came in, it was one of the most painful experiences of my life. What helped me survive was ibuprofen and rinsing with salt. The salt really helped, thanking God ❤
Super informative, thanks man! I've got an infected wisdom tooth right now and the saltwater helps tremendously. My plan is to do it every after time I eat and if it hasn't cleared in two weeks I'll see my dentist. Fingers crossed! :)
Did you have to see your dentist? Don't risk something more serious please. Many wisdom teeth conditions require treatment and this is more for gum health and prevention. It could be a cyst, infection, abscess, cavity, etc.
@@BiomimeticDentistry sadly we all don't have dental surgeons in our local area. how do you fix these things when there is no dentist?
I have no idea how. Some conditions are not fixable without treatment/extraction. What area are you in?
Same...... have had bad wisdom tooth infection for 8 months now - Still waiting for oral surgeon to remove it. To make things worse salt water is disgusting and almost immediately after putting it in my mouth I want to be sick, so can't do it.
This video I swear just saved my life!
Glad to help ❤️
Hey do you have any updates on how it helped?
How did it save your life? Or has it saved your life?
Thank you! This helped me sooooo much! I never believed on this because I never thought you had to put a great amount of salt for it to work, I used to add a little bit only and it never worked. Once I did it your way I saw results immediately.
what was your resultats?
Glad it helped!
I put a pinch of salt in a small amount of water and still worked, watching this video makes me want to add more salt, brb!
More salt!!!
That would barely work just follow the instructions I’ll try to make your own rules
I just found this video, thank u so much i havent been able to get any sleep at all. The past 3 days because of my tooth. Im hoping it will buy me time till i can go see the dentist. Sadly no one is accepting new patients around me due to Covid.
I can’t believe they aren’t accepting new patients. Super disappointed. If the tooth is aching or throbbing, it might need a root canal or extraction but its impossible to know without seeing. I hope you are doing well now.
"Short and sweet". Thank you very much.
It just calmed mine down a bit so I suggest yous all to do it!
Oh my god thank you so much it actually worked now my painful tooth feels better Thanks To You🙏
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Does this actually help with fighting gingivitis? I am unable to go to the dentist simply because my medical insurance doesn't pay for a lot of stuff
I've even stepped brushing and flossing more. I wish I had taken better care of my teeth because now I'm afraid lol losing them to gum disease
Right now it is 3 am and for the past 2 hours I've been having *pain* I still can't believe it but salt water worked..... Pain is just lingering now. That's what I get for having poor oral higene and of course *sodas*
Yea... You bet I drop sodas from now on. Am 24 and never had pain like this. Lesson *well* learned!
Its never too late and I am glad you are seeing improvement. If you take care of things now or prevent them, you will save. a lot of time, energy, and frustration in the long run. If you were to have sodas, its better to limit the amount of time you spend drinking them. For example, its better to have the entire soda in 5-10 minutes instead of sipping on it all day long because your saliva can not effectively neutralize the acidity if you sip on it all day long. Best- MN
Question for everyone including Dr. Matt Nejad - Salt Water Rinse (as instructed in this video) or Listerine? Excluding one is more expensive than the other which option is better?
Salt water is more effective for acute gum inflammation or swollen gums. Listerine is more enjoyable for daily use but its not my favorite. I like smart mouthwash for daily use. Its on my list here: www.amazon.com/shop/mn_institute?listId=6ZFHO6O1CQ6V
I believe floss can cause problems. I just recently started flossing and one tooth got infected and bubble appeared. The dentist said that the infection was in a pocket. It had to be extracted it was so infected. I continued flossing on the other side and a few weeks later now there is pain on the tooth…no bubble yet. I believe when you floss you have a risk of taking that bacteria and pushing it to the top of the tooth which is what happened to me. I’m hoping the salt water treatment will remove the infection since I don’t have a bubble yet. I will not be using floss anymore though.
I always tell me patients you only need to floss the teeth you want to keep. Best- MN
@@BiomimeticDentistry which is all of them right? I hope you're not serious when you tell people only to floss a few teeth (if that is what you mean).
There are a lot of us that find it difficult to floss it's not easy for everyone..👍
Yes, all of them. That was a bad joke. I was saying that flossing is important to maintain healthy teeth and gums, so if you care about keeping your teeth, floss them all.
Hi doc, how long do I have to wait after using this salt water rinse to rinse my mouth again with fresh water?
U dont need to rinse ur mouth later. I dont anyways
I had a few issues and got told to get rid of mouthwash with chemicals and replace it with salt wash.
Very informative though i wanted to ask which should go first brusing or rinsing saltwater?
Brushing first. My recommended order is: floss, brush, rinse. Best- MN
Rinsing after brushing can rinse away the fluoride that helps out our enamel, but I don't think its really a big d. Either way you're doin what you gotta do and keeping those teeth clean 👌
@@elchristiancarrot101 brush again after the rinse
I have a wisdom tooth infection and I I’m taking antibiotics but I’m still using salt and water for the swelling of the gum and a cold pack
Hope you have recovered by now!
Recently got gingivitis. I really hope this helps.
Hello there dr.
I was wondering that is it okay if I do this in the middle of the day?
Yes you can
Thank you for the tips
You bet!
I've had an inflamed gum at the back by my wisdom teeth and so I used corsodyl mouthwash and the inflammation went down. However as I continued to use corsodyl for the next couple of days my gums on my right side are very painful and irritated (no where near my wisdom teeth). Will this help I think I'm going to see the dentist asap as I'm struggling to sleep.
See your dentist. It sounds like pericoronitis and this can help bring the inflammation down but it won't cure it. I could be wrong anyway, see your dentist please. All the Best- MN
@@BiomimeticDentistry Turned out I needed a root canal so I'm on the antibiotics but the pain is still quite harsh
Could I use pink salt instead of regular salt? Ps I love the taste of salt water rinse 😭
I use pink salt , I haven’t been doing it for long but salt is salt, its just an electrolyte solution so any salt would work I believe
My tooth gum for the longest time now has been lowered and has a red coloring. Can this help in any way? My dentist never mentions this problem, but I fear it could get worse and I could lose a tooth
I would see another dentist and ask them about it. Its important to prevent these problems so if your dentist won't answer you, or if you are not sure, then the best thing is to get a second opinion. Salt water is great for improving gum health, but not if there is some more significant problem. Also, if you have tartar and calculus beneath the gums, they will never settle down until that is cleaned well and maintained.
@@BiomimeticDentistry I don't know if I have calculus and or tartar beneath the gums but I do have tartar, plaque and or calculus right at where the gums are at of lowest level of gum recession (before exposing the teeth more) and I clean them out every few days or weeks when I feel like it or see like it has come back so badly that I just want it all gone. The doctor also stated I do not need deep cleanings/scaling done but I definitely have gum recession, nerve pain, my teeth seem at times like they are lowering in height on their own for some reason, I have red and or purple gums (not horribly red or purple bad enough), some sensitivity at times and also bad sensitivity at times too, black spots between my teeth, a little bit of bone loss, yellow and or brown spots on my teeth and bleeding gums at times when flossing. The doctors say I don't have peridontal disease but I know that is not true--some previous doctors say I should get gum grafting or bone grafting - so I trust what those doctors said about my bone loss but I do not want to get gum grafting or bone grafting--both procedures are too expensive and they only do parts of the mouth when I have gum recession everywhere. I'm hoping for some serious miracles with my oral health.
Can I use salty water while I have an wisdom tooth infection ?
Hmm, not sure what kind of infection you mean, but probably yes. That doesn't mean it will cure the wisdom tooth infection but if you mean the wisdom tooth or any tooth was extracted, then definitely do not do any vigorous swishing.
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Doctor Matt, there's a lot of contridicting information on the internet regarding salt water rinses daily as a routine, with doctors saying it can cause eventual enamel erosion, dryness of mouth which leads to cavities. What are your thoughts on this?
No enamel erosion, or dryness to be concerned about. Its topical and you aren't drinking it. With that said, my recommendation is to use it until the gums are under control, not to use it for the rest of your life but you definitely could.
My dentist told me to do it every day
After the the saltwater do rinse with pure after or leave like that thanks Dr
leave it as is for at least 30 minutes if you can.
My wisdom tooth thanks you Doc!
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Hmm.. is it really safe to gargle & swish when you have a blood clot in the tooth?
do you mean an extraction clot? I would not disrupting a clotting extraction site with any vigorous swishing. That is not what this is intended for.
150 g water
20 g salt
Stir to combine
Gargle/swish 30-60 sec
Spit
Done
I had tooth extraction last week...through surgery All the pain has gone... But the pain on the surface from where the tooth is extracted is still there. And also having trouble in eating .. Can you p tell how long the pain exists in the surface from where the tooth has been extracted?
There is no standard amount of time, but usually any pain by one week is not common unless its impacted wisdom teeth or there is a complication like dry-socket. Please see the dentist/surgeon for a follow-up. Best-MN
Thank you. Can I use it for my children ? They're between 4 and 8 years old
I would not use this for children. It is best suited for adults.
@@BiomimeticDentistry thanks a lot
@@BiomimeticDentistry I’m 15 with braces can I do this?
I think if you can make sure they don't drink that concentrated salt water by accident there should be no problem. Growing up my grandma made me gaggle salt water after I brush my teeth in the morning. I did this since 2 yrs old. Never understood why. Just thought it was a Asian thing. I guess granny's knows best. The solution she gave me wasn't so concentrated though. It was salty but drinkable. But after I turned 8 I left the country and now in Australia. My mom doesn't give it to me so I didn't do it anymore. Probably should have kept it up. I was too young to know it was good. I just thought it's some old lady tale. Now I'm 30. 🤣 I should get back to doing it everyday. I do brush my teeth twice a week with salt and baking soda.
Excellent... thank you
What kind of water should I be using? Sink water or drinkable water? Pls help
Either or
Why does many says that it should just be ½ a teaspoon
More is better for maximum result. Maintenance can be with less. Its like that for many things.
This is directed to Dr. Nejad...I just heard info about negative (e.g.) metabolic effects of a high concentration saltwater oral rinse due to the (rinse's) bactericidal effect on beneficial oral bacteria...can you comment?...
I am not referring to BP issues due to merely swallowing the saltwater - although the info did mention a negative effect on BP due to a decreased NO (Nitric Oxide) effect...
Have not seen any evidence of that. Please share if you have any references but I could not find any to that tune.
I use a flouride rinse what order should I add this into or should I take the rinse out of my nightly routine
Fluoride also has its benefits but you can't really use them all at once. Depends on what is the primary issue you are experiencing and it would be impossible to tell you what's best because it depends on the situation.
This is good a day after wisdom tooth extraction
Swishing immediately after extraction is not good. It can disrupt the blood clot and lead to dry socket. You have to wait and avoid swishing during initial healing.
Should we do this everyday or do it for a couple of weeks then stop?
Sorry for the late comment, but when u add the salt to the water, and swish it for the 30-60 seconds, do u do this till all the water/amount of the solution is gone, or do u do as much as u can fit in one go and pour the excess solution away.
Just one mouthful.
Is this a good remedy for tonsil stones? And if kit what is/what is the best way to get rid of them from home?
Not that I am aware of. I think you need to see a professional. I don't treat tonsil stones but I do refer to a specialist nearby who does manage and remove tonsil stones.
What are the shortcomings of using saline water as mouthwash? I've seen dentists on RUclips warning of some cons such as: an effect on blood pressure and that it may damage your enamle if used regularly.
They don’t know what they are talking about. It is not acidic and it does not raise blood pressure unless you are literally drinking it regularly. It is safe for your enamel.
Can I use this salt water rinsing in nit time .....
Im not the brightest guy out there but holy f**k. This saved my life. I was so much in pain with my teeth and gums even mefanamic wont stop the pain. I tried this and somehow i got through the night. I was mind blown
Which is the most effective toothpaste for Oral Thrush?
Not sure about toothpaste but usually use a cream for that and its important to determine the underlying cause. See a dentist or specialist please.
dumb question: Can it just be regular table salt or should I stick to sea salt?
You can but Its better to have something without any other additives or caking agents
Should u do this before or after you brush your teeth?
It proved effected for me ..Thanks
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Bacteria will not grow on salt, gold or copper. Salt is cheap, gold is expensive and copper protects itself from decay by forming an oxide barrier on the outside. It turns a green color as does the Statue of Liberty and copper compounds are sprayed on asphalt based shingles at the factory to protect them from mold growth and staining. The applied increases the cost by raises the warranty. I know that much and I only fixed cars for 38+ years.
Hi! So,you don’t have to use mouthwash too or no? Thank you in advance! 😊🙏🏽
Is it safe to use it before a meal? it is safe to use twice daily?
It is safe, but Its somewhat pointless before a meal. Do it mainly at night time before you sleep, after you have brushed.
@@BiomimeticDentistry Thank you! If the meal is with honey, doesn't it make sense to kill the bacteria before the meal so the bacteria will be dead by the time the sugar will reach my mouth?
If I already brushed my teeth with toothpaste for the night, and later if I rinse my mouth with salt do I need to brush my teeth again with toothpaste?
I used to be able to gargle. Now I can’t and it goes down my throat or up my nose. Why? What can I do about it?
I don't know why, but don't gargle then. Its not a good idea or safe to ingest salt water. Rinsing is ok for acute problems but not swallowing it regularly. Best- MN
Can i do this everyday what are the side effect how many tbsp of salt should i put and should i rinse it with normal water after i gargle with salt water does it whiten my teeth does it loseen my teeth and what can i use if i don't have any salt apple cider or baking powder or a mouthwash
I brush floss everyday. I brush with salt mix with baking soda twice a week. I have private health care and get 2 free dental clean visit yearly. ( Well not free it's paid for as part of my health care).
Anyhow I don't even need to go because my dentist say I have no decay, no plaque, no gingivitis. No problem at all.
Mouthwash is a scam in my opinion. But that's just me
I have a bump on the back of my teeth and every time I hit it it turns purple and a bump just pop up and sometimes it doesn’t let me sleep the pain is worse every night I need help
I am sorry to hear that. You need to see a dentist ASAP.
Funny thing is I’ve been having a painful and sore for almost 3 days now and I’m worried my wisdom teeth might be coming in. I’m gonna try to schedule my dentist appointment soon. Just wondering can you have wisdom teeth removal after fillings.
Does it matter what salt I use?
not completely but I prefer no additional additives like caking agents so kosher salt or sea salt where the only ingredient is the salt is ideal for this purpose.
Thank you it worked.
You're welcome!
I have teeth problems . Teeth bugs in our language i.e karees ( do not know the proper spelling) I have already root canal of teeth . I want some tips kindly suggest as I am too young to loose teeth ....
Thanks.
I have already started avoiding crunchy sugary and sticky foods....plus carbonated drinks ...
Should i rinse with plain water right after salt water rinse?
Thank you, I'll give it a try
how did it go?
Yea, how did it go?
would this help for periodontal disease of 6 to 8 mm pockets? 'Also can I used this solution in a waterpik to floss?
It would help slow the process possibly but it won’t cure the pocket with professional debridement. Calculus/tartar in the pocket will not allow resolution of the pocket unless removed and maintained. You should have professional treatment by a periodontist if you have deep pockets like that.
Can I use this everyday
my bottom gums fell fuzzy is that gum disease? If so will this help because the dentist isn't open and don't know what to do. please help Dr Matt i don't want to lose my teeth.
I am not sure what it means for your gum to feel fuzzy. I would try to see your dentist as soon as possible. This is an excellent way to minimize periodontal and gum problems but it won't reverse tartar, build-up, etc. It is an effective way to help control, but you still need professional intervention.
I'm having cavity in my tooth......can i get rid of it using this remedy??
It will definitely not get rid of a cavity, there is no way to get rid of a cavity besides restoring it. Some people talk about early demineralization as cavities, and those can be maintained with mineralization of the surface layer because the surface has not been cavitated (there is no break or indentation/hole). I do not consider early demineralization a cavity, just a sign that oral hygiene and maintenance need to be modified to minimize chance of becoming a cavity. Hope that helps. Best- MN
Dr. Is this safe do with a crown or will it loosen up quicker overtime?
It is perfectly safe to use with crowns. If a crown loosens up because of this, then the crown is faulty.
some sites say not to do it more than 3-4 times a week because it can damage enamel....
that daily use is fine up to 2 weeks.
?? yet some say it's safe everyday?
knowledge is power. There is nothing in salt water that will damage enamel. It is not acidic and it is not abrasive since you are not brushing with it. Regardless, I wouldn't plan to do this for life. It's a great technique for periods of time, but daily is unnecessary and it gives the false sense that this will replace other preventative care and maintenance. Best- MN
Does this work for periocoronitis? I've been gargling saltwater rinses for half a teaspoon of salt! I'm wondering if this is more effectibe
Yes, I would prefer more salt to more effectively kill the bacteria, but some pericornitis cases require intervention/treatment. Any updates? Best- MN
Is it normal that my gums get pale or white after I gargle a water salt. I use 1table spoon of salt and a small amount of water plsss answerr
No, not normal. Could be indicative of gingivitis or inflammation that needs professional treatment.
Can wr do this rinse at morning and night a day
I have a canker sore can i use it
is this good for canker sours???
supposedly yes. Its reported to help the healing time, but I typically prescribe other treatments for canker sores.
Do this work for toothache
Usually no, because the problem is past the gums and surface of the teeth. If it gives some relief, it does not mean the problem is gone.
Are you supposed to use the entire 8oz?
Hey i just wanna ask, when i rinse my teeth with salt water, do i then go brush my teeth or just leave that salt on my teeth and for how long?
brush first preferably. Then swish. You can rinse out right after, thats fine.
Is it okay to use the saltwater
rinse and a mouth wash consecutively? Should I have a wait time in between? Thanks!
It is ok!
@@BiomimeticDentistry thank you!
Can I do it after brushing the teeth ?
yes. Thats ideal.
Hi dr. Is it ok to rise every time ?
Should I brush my teeth after rinsing? And we just have to do it for 30-60 secs ?
30-60 seconds is good. I would do this after brushing, not the other way around.
I just replaced an old filling of mine which was already sensitive to cold and air pressure like last last last week, it's in the side of my front teeth and is still a little bit sensitive (better than before tho), I wouldn't say that it hurt and feels uncomfortable at all but would this help by any chance? I've read some articles saying that salt water mouthwash can reduce sensitivity after a filling
The articles you were referring to prob meant the gums. Is it still sensitive? If the procedure was done well, sensitivity is not normal. Unfortunately it is common if you do not know how to avoid it predictably and its one of the things I teach in my dental courses.
After you spit out the salt water mouthwash do u rinse out your mouth with regular water or not?
There is no definitive answer, but my recommendation is to wait at least 5-10 minutes for maximum effect. However, if you want to rinse and you can't tolerate it, then that is still better than nothing. Best- MN
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Can I do this and immediately brush my teeth after to get rid of salty taste?
No.no.
Yes but if you rinse too soon, its going to make it less effective. I would wait a little.
Wont it raise blood pressure since some of the sodium will enter the blood brain barrier through the bottom of the tongue?? Is this recommended only for short term use??
This is ideally for intermittent or short term use to treat an active problem. The oral absorption is most likely not significant, there were studies done on this with saline solution and there was very little sodium intake. Either way, I would only be using this for 1-2 weeks to treat inflamed or irritated gums.
Does this method help get rid of a lump in the throat?
Not sure. Ive never had someone use it for that, but salt water rinses are reported to help with sore throats. A lump can mean a lot of things but I wouldn't assume that it will manage that.
My tongue burns when i rinse my mouth with a lot of salt
It could be cuts, ulcers, or open wounds. Check with your dentist to prevent irritation, but the salt itself is not likely to cause any burning.
@@BiomimeticDentistry I was eating chips maybe thats why i guess
because you used too much...he didnt point out how much
@@Arty_McParty yeah you probably ate rly rly salty chips so it burns
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Sir can a hypertensive do salt water rinse??..as they should not take salt
Ask your doctor. 9 out of 10 will say yes since you are not consuming it. Oral Absorption is very low or non-existent.
Will this help with gum irritation/swelling/bleeding?
This is really ideal for this purpose. Let me know how it goes- It won't replace professional cleaning especially if there is tartar build-up around and below the gums but it will certainly help.
@@BiomimeticDentistry will it get rid of my cavity or just the pain?
@@Boxingfan184 No, salt water cannot get rid of a cavity. You need a dental surgeon to fix that problem
Does rinsing with salt water everyday damage the tooth enamel and causes erosion?
no. no it does not. why did you think it did?
No if anything store mouthwash will do this
What exactly does salt water do to benefit teeth and gums?
Periodontal disease comes down to controlling bacteria/biofilm. Salt water kills the bacteria and disrupts biofilm. The osmolarity of the salt causes the bacteria to pop basically.
@@BiomimeticDentistry And when you say the bacteria pops what does that mean? And or how does the bacteria leave where it's causing problems? Also doing the salt water rinse have you seen people with periodontal disease specifically lessen their periodontal disease or get rid of it completely with the salt water rinse (and or get rid of problems they have from/with their oral health and which issues specifically did people get rid of)?
My gums are really swollen on the bottom till the point u can only see a lil bit of one of my teeth , will this help ??? I dont have insurance or medicare 💯‼️‼️‼️‼️ HELP WILL THIS HELP
So basically I have a small cavity in between my tooth I want to completely stop the pain do I just drink salt water?
Unfortunately not that revolutionary. In my opinion, this is excellent for an adjunct to maintaining the health of the gums and supplementing your oral care regime. It definitely will help in controlling periodontal disease and cavities, but it will not single handedly restore or reverse the current condition if there is not some sort of initial therapy or control. Think of this as an excellent means of preventing or reversing early stages of gum inflammation, but once there is pockets, bone loss, and tartar build-up or cavities, those would all need to be addressed then this would help prevent them from re-occuring. If i was using this, I would do it for a few weeks to help the transition back to health then try to slowly eliminate this and maintain with bruss, floss, waterpik for the long term.
@@BiomimeticDentistry I just did salt water rinse and the Pain stops
Hi Dr. Nejad, after mixing up the salt in hot water. Should I wait to flush until the water is lukewarm?
I don't recommend hot water. If you use hot, wait until it has cooled down. Do not burn your mouth. Hot water is not recommended though. The video mentions warm. Best- MN
@@BiomimeticDentistry thank you. Makes sense. I can feel the difference for sure. 😅
Should you do a salt water rinse after a tooth extraction?
Hi Austin, Sorry for not getting back sooner. Typically the answer is NO. You do not want to disrupt the blood clot. Avoid using straws, vigorous swishing, and any other actions that could create negative pressure in the mouth. After the first week it is fine to do this but not in the early stages. Best- MN
Dr. Matt Nejad what about a syringe with salt water. My doctor said that I should use it so it doesn’t get infected
Hey how much water did u put
Does it matter how much water u put?
Just stop pouring salt when u can see it at the bottom???
You only need enough water to rinse with, so maybe 4 fl. oz (half a cup) but you can make more, you just wont need more than that. You can use less salt, but super-saturated is the most effective. You mix the salt until you find it will no longer mix and collets at bottom.
If im doing this at night, should i brush before or after using the salt rinse?
before