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Salt water gargle
Hello! One of my friend is doing salt water gargle every day. He has a little bit doubt that is regular sodium intake good for health? Like as he do this everyday. So it it okay or he should do it 2-3 times a week??
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Hello. If your friend's oral health is absolutely fine , then it is not mandatory to continue luke warm saline gurgle. But if there is any kind of pain or any discomfort , better to consult with a dentist .
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It should not be done on regular basis.
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Not Required on a regular basis.
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Salt water gargles are not required everyday
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Hello, salt water gargle is not required on regular basis. If there is any concern regarding teeth, u can consult me for further assistance.
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Ask him to maintain good oral hygiene by proper tooth brushing and flossing. Hot water gargles not required unless indicated
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No need to do salt water gargle everyday
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It is not required to do salt water gargle everyday untill and unless you have some conditions
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
What is the reason to do salt water gargle everyday. It is not necessary to do salt water gargle on daily basis. Gargle with regular water everyday is sufficient.
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