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But should you simply kill all bacteria in your mouth? Perhaps some are actually useful?


There are many that are not only useful, but essential to oral health.

You can supplement with probiotics, which have been proven in quality studies to improve mouth/nose/throat health, and, to a lesser extent, even prevent caries. The bacteria cultures are known by their shorthand K12 and M18, respectively. In New Zealand this is part of official health guidelines.

On phone so can't look for references but look it up, it is well supported.


I think I read here recently that mouthwash can cause cancer – even the non-alcoholic one, presumably because of the altered microbiome.


Just kiss someone with better bacteria and you'll be fine.




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