By now, it’s likely that you know that your daily dental routine is a very important part in keeping your mouth healthy. In fact, there’s nothing more important to the health of your mouth than the way you take care of it at home.

Diligence is one of the primary keys to a healthy mouth. Brushing at least twice a day, along with regular flossing and rinsing with an anti-bacterial mouthwash can help kill the bacteria in your mouth before it turns to plaque. When this type of routine is combined with regular professional cleanings to remove the plaque that has formed, you have a powerful plan for keeping your mouth clean and healthy.

However, choosing the right products is important to your oral hygiene routine too. Anti-bacterial products are critical, since they are better at killing the bacteria.

The physical act of brushing removes most of the food and debris in your mouth. The toothpaste you use, then, is primarily designed to kill bacteria and make your mouth taste, feel and smell clean.

Many commercial types of toothpaste have very few anti-bacterial ingredients. So, they are not particularly effective at killing the bacteria that causes gingivitis and the swollen gums that go along with it. But, toothpastes are often filled with detergent and saccharin; both ingredients that you don’t need and that can be harmful. Commercial mouthwash often contains alcohol, which is not necessary, and can be harmful if swallowed.

So, for the best combination of bacteria killing and safety; choose all natural products for your dental care routine. Products made from oil of mint are the perfect example. Oil of mint is a powerful anti-bacterial and anti-fungal agent, and it has no side effects. And, you can even find oil of mint products that can be used for both toothpaste and mouthwash.

As always, talk with your dentist about the products you choose for your dental hygiene routine. They can help you determine the best products for your particular needs, especially if you have symptoms of gingivitis, like swollen gums, bleeding gums and bad breath. It’s likely that your dentist will also recommend all natural oil of mint products to help keep your mouth clean and fresh. A fresh clean mouth is the best way to prevent swollen gums and other annoying symptoms of gingivitis before they turn into something more severe.