Why Use Alkaline Mouthwash?

Did you know there are other ways to prevent cavities besides regular tooth brushing, rinsing with mouthwash, and frequent dentist visits? 

The fluids and food you consume have a major impact on the health of your teeth and mouth overall. Coffee, tea, soda, wine, juices, and carbohydrate-rich foods can lower the body's pH levels, which will have an immediate effect on oral health. Avoiding these foods is one way to improve the health of your mouth, but fortunately it's not the only one. Add alkaline water to your oral hygiene routine and you'll soon notice the difference. Here's why: 

What is alkaline water? 

Water has a pH level that determines how acidic or alkaline it is, and pH values range from 0 to 14: 

• pH 7 is neutral 
• Numbers below 7 are acidic 
• Numbers above 7 are alkaline 

Tap water usually falls within a pH range of 5-7, which would make it slightly acidic on this scale. 

As you can see, alkaline water has a higher pH level than regular water, which means it's less acidic. This is due to the presence of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium, which raise its pH value. It's precisely the presence of these minerals that contributes to water's exceptional qualities and its importance for maintaining better health. 

How does pH affect the oral microbiome? 

Acidic saliva, or saliva with a low pH, usually causes dental problems. The acidity of saliva itself has the potential to erode enamel and damage your teeth. As a rule, enamel erosion begins when saliva has a pH of 5.5 or lower. That's why medical experts recommend alkaline water, which has a higher pH. 

If you're someone who takes excellent care of their teeth and is still prone to cavities, as well as gum sensitivity, the cause of these problems may lie in the acidity of your saliva. 

Using alkaline mouthwash is one of the ways to maintain optimal oral health. 

Why use alkaline mouthwash? 

Alkaline water balances the pH level in the mouth and prevents excess acidity that leads to damage to teeth and gums. It's also known for its antiseptic and antibacterial properties and helps fight bacteria and germs in the mouth – if your gums are inflamed, a few rinses can ease the discomfort. 

Rinsing your teeth with alkaline water after eating helps lower the acidity of your saliva. Alkaline water also stimulates saliva production, which further helps the mouth clear out excess bacteria. Drinking alkaline water throughout the day can relieve dry mouth and bad breath. 

What's more, an alkaline environment is more hostile to many types of bacteria and viruses, making the mouth less susceptible to various infections and health problems. 

To get the most out of the benefits of alkaline mouthwash, it's important to use it as part of your daily hygiene routine, before brushing your teeth and after eating. 

And did you know that Dr. Hisham's Vital mouthwash is the world's first alkaline water created by dentists, actively caring for fresh breath and oral hygiene by preventing gum inflammation and enamel breakdown? To find out what gives it its unique properties, read more about the synergistic, concentrated blend of active, proven ingredients awaiting patent, here.