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Why doctors recommend salt gargle in rct

2018-02-22 05:23:55
I need to know why all dentists recommend salt water gargle during rct period. Does it cures infection inside the tooth?
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NO it does not ,,but it reduces bacteria.

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Salt Inhibits Dental Bacteria Healing Properties of Salt Water

Answered2018-02-22 05:27:42

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When we do rct so fibers holding the tooth get inflammed(swelled up) so salt water help in reducing the inflammation of fibers and controlling the pain/tenderness that patient usually complains during rct Saline water also has antibacterial properties

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Gargles with warm saline water helps to reduce the inflammation present in gums around the tooth .., patient is asked to do rinses to reduce swelling nd pain around the tooth ...

Answered2018-02-22 05:49:13

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