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Your gums are swollen. How will rinsing with warm salt water help the swelling?
A
swollen gums will absorb the salt
B
salt lowers the temp
C
salt goes against the concentration gradient
D
water in the gums has diffused out of the cells
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -One great way people can help their gums to heal is by rinsing with a salt-water solution. Dissolve ½ to one teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water. This solution helps to soothe irritated gum tissue as well as draw out infection, allowing the gums to heal.

Detailed explanation-2: -Salt water is one of the most commonly used remedies for oral problems. It neutralizes the mouth’s pH and soothes the inflamed gums (3). It also helps to alleviate the swelling with its anti-inflammatory properties.

Detailed explanation-3: -Warm and cold compresses can relieve pain and swelling in swollen gums. Directions: After soaking a clean washcloth or towel in warm water, squeeze out the excess water. Hold the warm cloth against your face-outside the mouth, not directly on the gums-for about 5 minutes.

Detailed explanation-4: -Salt water rinses increase the pH balance within your mouth, making it a more alkaline environment. Since bacteria thrive in acidic environments and salt removes water from bacteria via osmosis, swishing with salt water can stop bacterial growth and reduce plaque and inflammation.

Detailed explanation-5: -Gently flossing and brushing to clean the area. Rinsing mouth with saltwater to get rid of bacteria. Applying warm compresses to reduce gum pain. Applying cold compresses to reduce gum swelling. Drinking plenty of water to stimulate saliva production. More items

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