EASY HOMEMADE CLAY MOUTHWASH ( Francis Owusu-Banahene, T/Dr)

HOW TO MAKE NATURAL MOUTHWASH 

Mouthwash (mouth rinse, oral rinse, or mouth bath) is simply a liquid product used to rinse the mouth. Generally, mouthwash is used to fight against bad breath or to prevent tooth decay. Specific uses of mouthwashes depend mainly on their components:

1.                1.   Antiseptic mouthwashes: these are intended to reduce the microbic load in a person’s mouth or                for     analgesic and anti-inflammatory actions.

  1. Cosmetic mouthwashes are used for the temporary control of bad breath.
  2. Prescription mouthwashes: these are used prior to or after surgery procedures (e.g., tooth extraction) or prescribed in the case of oral ulcers and mouth pain.


Risks associated with mouthwash

Mouthwashes usually contain high volumes of alcohol and fluoride and, as a result, pose the following risks to especially habitual users:

1.                 1.  Serious harm or even death if one mistakenly drinks mouthwash.

  1. Alcohol is a drying agent and encourages bacterial activity in the mouth; hence, alcohol-containing mouthwashes dry out the mouth and can make dry mouth or halitosis worse.
  2. Soreness, ulceration, and redness may sometimes occur if a person is allergic or sensitive to mouthwash ingredients.
  3. Dental erosion, tooth discoloration, and accidental poisoning of children are possible risks as well.

These, among other risks associated with the use of mainstream mouthwashes, make it advisable to restrict mouthwash use to a short duration and for a specific, clearly defined reason. Whenever possible, we should seek out safer options, especially from natural sources. A good example is the homemade clay mouthwash elaborated below.

Clay mouthwash preparation

Ingredients:

  1. Clay powder
  2. Water

There are two main ways to make your natural clay mouthwash:




PROCEDURE: A

  1. Fetch 1 or 2 tablespoons of clay into 250 ml of water. At best, use a glass or ceramic cup since metallic or plastic cups may interact with the clay.
  2. Stir the mixture for a thorough mix, and your clay mouthwash is ready as simple as that.
  3. Rinse your mouth with a moderate amount of the clay solution (clay mouthwash) for a minimum of 30 seconds, gaggle, and spit it out. Gaggling provides an extra benefit by clearing bacteria and toxins from the bronchial path.
  4. Repeat the rinsing and gaggling at least three times.
  5. Finally, rinse your mouth with drinkable water.

PROCEDURE: B

  1. Fetch a teaspoon of clay powder into your mouth.
  2. Add water to it and swirl around your mouth for a thorough mix, rinsing at the same time for a minimum of 30 seconds.
  3. Gaggle and spit it out.
  4. Repeat the process at least three times.

NB: The difference between the 2 procedures is where the clay solution (clay mouthwash) is made, whether in a cup or directly inside the mouth. The second procedure is more convenient, especially if you are outside your home or at a place where it becomes a little inconvenient to prepare your clay mouthwash in a cup.


How does the clay mouthwash work?

Clay has the ability to absorb (with the letter ‘B’) and adsorb (with the letter “D”) both gas and liquid substances. As a result, when left in contact with the gum, teeth, or bronchial path for a significant amount of time, clay is able to sweep up bacteria and toxins in the mouth. This explains the reason why you need to repeat the rinsing and gaggling with the clay mouthwash for quite a number of times.

Benefits of Clay Mouthwash

Unlike the mainstream mouthwashes, the homemade clay mouthwash is natural (no synthetic chemicals or additives) and without alcohol, and hence doesn’t pose the dangers associated with the mainstream mouthwashes indicated above.

Precaution with clay mouthwash uses

  1. While there is no danger in swallowing clay mouthwash, it is always advisable to avoid swallowing it when it is used immediately after eating. Clay is able to absorb and adsorb certain essential food elements it comes into contact with, which can lead to a deficiency in these elements at a particular point in time.
  2. It is also advisable to get your clay powder from a trusted organic or nutritional shop or pharmacy unless you can prepare the clay powder yourself. Clay naturally contains contaminants (microbial, chemical, etc.), and these must be first removed together with other large particles (sand, pebbles, etc.). Getting clay from any of these trusted sources will save you from the health dangers associated with these contaminants.

 


Francis Owusu-Banahene is a licensed doctor of traditional medicine, a preventive health advocate, and the CEO of East Eden Health Reform Center (EEHRC).

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