I read through several threads on using MMS as a mouth wash for gum issues. I have some deep pockets that I'd like to use the MMS for. I'm still confused as to whether the MMS needs to be activated with the citric acid or used without it. Some posters said yes, some said no.
The recipe I'm referring to said to use 6 drops of the MMS with 1/2 tsp vinegar or lemon juice, wait 3 minutes, add 1/4 cup water, swish for 60 seconds, no more.
My question is...do I activate it or just use the MMS and water straight?
When you add an acid to sodium chlorite you end up with chlorous acid. This has a PH of around 3. Acids can damage your teeth.
My suggestion is to mix up a batch of both. An excellent mouthwash is made from adding 3.8 ml of MMS to 500 ml of water. This does not form an acid and becomes activated by the acid in your mouth.
While excellent for routine use, if you have an existing infection you may need to use an activated solution. The chlorine dioxide in the solution can quickly knock down the infection. However, you need to rinse after using to get rid of the acid.
If your deep pockets are infected, try the activated mixture for a few days taking care to rinse after using.
If your pockets are not infected, use the unactivated solution.
To use you first brush your teeth and rinse. Then you take a mouthful of the mouthwash and swish for 30 - 60 seconds, with 60 seconds being better. After swishing spit it out and do not rinse, drink, or eat anything for 10 - 15 minutes after. Then you can go on with your normal routine.
Using this 2 - 3 times a day will result in a healthy mouth.
Thank you so much Tom. I did have one that got infected...the dentist cleaned it up, directed me to use some ozonated olive oil, twice/day for a week. The gum stopped bleeding the next day so all is well. I just don't want it to happen again with the other pockets.
I had no idea what it was so that's why I went to the dentist right away. A friend said it could have gone further resulting in a root canal which would be disastrous as I'm sure you know.
If it should happen again I think I could use the OOO or just the activated MMS and take care of it myself.
Thanks again!!! The time you spend here helping all of us is much appreciated :o)
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