#27: Too Much of a Good Thing
Do you know what mouthwash is for? If you think it’s for making your breath minty fresh, we have some news for you – that’s not what mouthwash is intended for! Sure, one of the significant effects of mouthwash is good-smelling breath, but it’s really intended to be a healthy part of your overall dental routine.
They say there’s no such thing as too much of a good thing, but that’s often wrong. Overusing mouthwash can have adverse side effects. It’s not intended for a little swish every time you feel your mouth could use a refresher. It kills bacteria that cause bad breath but also good bacteria that your mouth needs. This good bacteria is essential for regulating your body’s insulin and your blood pressure, and over-rinsing harms this bacteria.