Tea Tree Oil Mouthwash
Tea tree oil is also known as melaleuca oil. It is an essential oil that transpires from steaming the leaves of the Australian tea tree. It is well known for its antibacterial property. Tea tree is commonly used to treat acne, insect bites, and gingivitis. Since it can damage the cell walls of bacteria, tea tree oil has broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties.
Tea tree is also known for their anti-inflammatory property. Due to its rich concentration of terpinene-4-ol, a compound used to lessen inflammation; it can quell the swelling of gums due to gingivitis. In addition, terpinene-4-ol is proven to suppress inflammation in cases of dental infection. When topically applied, tea tree oil can reduce inflammation more effectively.
Tea tree oil mouthwash can reduce the bleeding caused by gingivitis. To make tea tree oil mouthwash, add three drops of tea tree oil to a cup of lukewarm water, then swish it for 30 seconds. Next, spit out the concoction and repeat it two to three times for the best results. If it is the first use, diluting it to a high amount of water is recommended to prevent allergic reactions. Tea tree oil is also added to toothpaste when brushing the teeth.
