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Yes, gargling with warm salt water can help tender gums somewhat. However, if your gums are inflamed and swollen, there may be an underlying issue such as gum disease so it would be wise to consult your dentist.
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∙ 13y agoGargling with salt water will not get rid of tonsilitis, but it will help soothe the pain of it. Many people make the mistake of making the water too salty; you're just trying to match the salinity of your own body fluids, so a quarter teaspoon of table salt in a glass of room-temperature water will work fine.
Tonsilitis is most commonly a bacterial infection, so it will take the appropriate antibiotic to get over it.
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∙ 11y agoGargling salt water can get rid of the tonsil stone for a little bit in some cases but not forever. I dont like to gargle salt water because it really doesnt get rid of it quickly. Better ideas are to use a water pik (most ppl dont own them though) so some times (I know this sounds weird) I use a squirt bottle or a water gun and spray water in my throat at the stone. It really replaces the water pik and helps alot. It also is kind of fun. yes, weird situation, but it works perfectly.
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∙ 15y agoI am not for sure whether it will reduce the infection in the gums, but it will ease the pain that comes along with it. Though, the pain relief does not last long enough to satisfy the need.
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∙ 13y agoYes, especially if you tip your head back and gargle energetically with half a mouthful. The bacteria you want to kill are on the back of your tongue and throat.
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∙ 10y agoYes it does, not sure how or why but it sure helped me.
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How do you help esophagus swollen down?
Try gargling salt water or go to your doctor.
Why does salt water help toughen gums?
yes salt water helps your gums from pain and burning sensation
What will help an earache if you don't have any medicine?
gargling warm salt water (this is what i learned from a friends garandmother)
Does gargling water help a sore throat?
It depends on what you are gargling and the cause for the sore throat. Most sore throats are a result of bacterial or viral infection, and gargling frequently with a salt water solution can be very beneficial.
Is gargling on a warm water with a salt can be a good medicine for swelling lymph node?
Yes. It helps take down the swelling and can also help your throat feel better. You can also try swishing and gargling peroxide in your mouth. IT helps dull the pain.
What can help the healing process of gums after all your teeth are pulled?
Gargle with salt water and take a multivitamin daily.
How the water in tender coconut will be sweet?
Because it is not water, it is sap from the coconut palm (containing the nourishment and nutrients that are needed to help the coconut form.
Should you rinse your mouth with salt water after you cut your tongue?
Yes, Also when your gums are inflamed and bleeding from flossing after infrequent flossing or right after you have had your teeth cleaned by a dental hygienist as your gums will tend to be sore after the trauma to the tissue caused by a good dental cleaning. Rinsing with as warm as you can stand it, salt water will help relieve the pain and inflammation of the gums.
What can you do to help your eyes when they are feeling tender?
Extra sleep and drink more water if it persist I would see a doctor
Does dehydration cause a mans testicles to be tender at the slightest touch?
It can I was dehydrated and my testicles were terrible then I got water into me and it started to help
Does gargling with Listerine really help fight the H1N1 virus?
This is just a feel good rumor. It can't hurt though esp if you just forgot to wash your hands and had contact with your mouth, but it would have to be almost instantly to have any effect against the virus. At the very least you will have germ free teeth and gums, so gargle and rinse away.
What disease do i have if i havePainful swalloing?
You have a sore throat. It can be caused by a viral infection, and it can be a strep infection (strep throat). Gargling with warm salt water for 30 seconds at least 4 times a day can help it get better sooner.
