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Is mixing hydrogen peroxide and warm water bad for your teeth if you gargle it?
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Probably OK: The diluted hp may bleach the teeth to a small extent and with prolonged usage may cause changes to the mucosa soft tissues, .
Answered 6/27/2017
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No: As long as it is diluted with water, you should be fine. Variant; add salt to solution as well.
Answered 8/22/2012
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