ozonated water eliminates cavity-linked oral bacteria within seconds
Ozonated water at 4 mg/l killed S. mutans instantaneously (within 10 seconds), reducing viable cell counts to undetectable levels.
What this means for you
S. mutans is the primary bacteria behind tooth decay and cavities. When ozone in water wipes it out in seconds, it suggests a fast-acting way to support a cleaner oral environment — without the harshness of some chemical rinses. For anyone focused on dental wellness or fresher breath, that speed matters.
The published research
Oral Microbiology Immunology 2004: 19: 240–246 Copyright Blackwell Munksgaard 2004
· 2004
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