What Does pH in Oral Cavity Effect?

pH in oral cavity is a measurement of how acidic or basic a substance is, on a scale from  0 to 14. A pH of 7 is considered neutral. For example, citrus  juice, coffee  and vinegar are acidic, while baking soda, cheese and soap are basic. The foods and drinks we consume, such as coffee, tea, and soda, often have low pH value numbers, making them acidic. When we consume these, they create an  acidic environment in our mouths only for short-term, which can not be proven that it changes your overall oral health because your saliva should change the pH back to a safe level between 6.6 to 7.6.

The saliva acts as a saline rinse providing trace minerals, enzymes, and lubrication. Now everyone is different and you can have dry mouth which will lead to a more acidic environment. Oral cavities will be damaged especially if the diet of the person is full of sugars, citric acids, and mostly high intakes of alcohol.

Some people will often think that an alkaline or base diet would be better. This is false because it will be growing to much bacteria and can be cause of bad breath. You can taste the bad breath of milk, cheese, onion and ice cream leaving you with halitosis. This pH range 8 to 10 can cause damage to all over oral health.  So the answer is pH at long term either acidic or base can effect the oral cavities, plaque and enamel of teeth.

Why pH is Important in Oral Health?

Maintaining an “optimal pH range” in the mouth for longer duration is crucial for oral health. The mouth’s microbiome, which consists of various beneficial gram negative bacteria, thrives in a balanced pH environment. When the pH drops and becomes too acidic for longer period of time, this leads to issues with enamel and disrupting the enzyme system which is your protection from bad bacteria. Thus, a balanced pH range for an extended period of time helps in preserving the healthy microbiota and overall good oral hygiene.

How pH in the Mouth Works in a Range and Not Constantly?

Unlike blood pH, which remains relatively constant around 7.4, the pH in the mouth fluctuates. This variability is due to several factors, including body temperature, mouth temperature, food intake, salivary flow, and environmental influences etc. For instance, after eating or drinking something acidic food, the pH in the mouth can drop  significantly but will gradually return to a more neutral range as saliva neutralizes the acids. Understanding this dynamic range is essential for maintaining good oral health and sometimes water or saltwater rinses can help you with that balance.

Acidic pH works as a antimicrobial and can be a help to break down microbes keeping them from grouping. Basic pH is sometimes helping all bacteria, good and bad to grow. This is basic chemistry and the fact is your stomach is highly acidic for this purpose. You will always have a range and try not to throw up unless your body has to.

Oral Care Products and pH Connection in Oral Cavity

Many oral care products and mouth rinses have pH values close to 3, making them highly acidic. These products can be detrimental to oral health because they disrupt the natural balance of the oral microbiome by killing beneficial bacteria. Such products often contain alcohol, preservatives, artificial colors, dyes, sugar, and other chemicals that contribute to an acidic environment, which can harm teeth and gums if used daily.

Why is long-term pH range more crucial than momentary pH value?

Maintaining a favorable pH range in the mouth over an extended period is more crucial in order to have a greater oral health. Momentary pH adjustments, such as those from food and drink, or rinsing with highly alkalized mouthwash, may temporarily neutralize the oral environment, but they do not provide lasting benefits. Consistently maintaining a stable, slightly basic pH environment in the mouth, such as by regularly rinsing with H2Ocean Healing Rinse, will discourages the growth of harmful bacteria while promoting the health of beneficial microbes, thereby promoting overall oral health and prevents dental problems.

How H2Ocean Healing Rinse balances pH in Oral Cavity?

H2Ocean Healing Rinse operates within a mid pH range of 5-6, which is optimal for long term oral health and microbiome balance. Unlike very acidic, alcohol based mouthwashes, H2Ocean Healing Rinse formulated with natural ingredients to maintain a balanced pH range and support the natural microflora of the oral cavity. H2Ocean Healing Rinse supports the balanced pH range by the following ways:

Balancing Natural Ingredients within Optimal pH Range

H2Ocean Healing Rinse includes three key natural ingredients. All these natural ingredients work collectively to maintain an balanced pH range by the following ways:

• Red Sea Salt: Rich in over 82+ trace elements and nutrients, Red Sea Salt helps restore the microflora in the oral cavity, thus supporting an optimal pH balance.

• Xylitol: A natural sweetener found in fruits and vegetables, xylitol increases salivary flow and enhances the buffering capacity of saliva, protecting teeth from acids. Thus, help in keeping the pH range more towards healthier side.

• Lysozyme: This natural antibacterial enzyme is present in human body fluids and helps fight harmful bacteria, fungi, and viruses in the mouth, preventing tooth decay and plaque buildup thus helps in maintaining healthy pH range.

H2Ocean Mouthwash as a Delivery Agent of Therapeutic Healing Minerals

H2Ocean Healing Rinse contains 82+ minerals and natural trace elements derived from Red Sea Salt. These minerals are balanced by nature to work effectively within a specific pH range, creating an optimal pH environment for oral health. This pH balance ensures the minerals are delivered efficiently to replenish and heal cells in the mouth.

pH Range for Maximum Efficiency of Lysozyme Enzyme Action

Lysozyme, an important natural antibacterial enzyme, maximizes its activity within a pH range of 5.0-7.5, with peak activity at pH 5.0-6.0. H2Ocean Healing Rinse falls within this optimal range, enhancing the lysozyme anti-bacterial effectiveness and maintaining good oral health.

pH Range for Extended Shelf Life of H2Ocean Healing Rinse

H2Ocean Healing Rinse is balanced to ensure stability for an extended shelf life of three years. Free from preservatives, alcohol, harmful chemicals, dyes, and acids, H2Ocean natural mouthwash is safe for long term use and supports a healthy oral pH range by balancing the oral environment.

Conclusion

Understanding pH and its dynamic nature in the oral cavity is essential for maintaining good oral health. H2Ocean Healing Rinse stabilizes and balances pH within an optimal range. It leverages the benefits of 82 natural minerals, lysozyme, and xylitol to support a healthy, balanced oral microbiome. This makes it a superior choice for those seeking a natural, effective oral care solution. The optimal pH range of H2Ocean all-natural saltwater Healing Rinse also makes it a safe and effective mouthwash for alleviating the overall symptoms of chemo mouth i.e., oral side effects from cancer treatments, such as radiation and chemotherapy.