Significance of Mouth-rinsing
Mouth-rinsing is a cleansing practice found in various traditions, each emphasizing its importance for purification. In Purana and Dharmashastra, it is performed before eating or participating in sacred acts. Theravada mentions using tooth-wood for mouth cleansing, while Science recognizes mouth-rinsing as a method to clean the oral cavity, rooted in historical practices like Ayurveda. It serves to prevent dental caries and is compared to traditional remedies, highlighting its significance across cultures and disciplines.
Synonyms: Gargling, Mouthwash, Rinsing
In Dutch: Mondspoeling; In Finnish: Suuhuuhtelu; In Spanish: Enjuague bucal; In German: ²Ñ³Ü²Ô»å²õ±èü±ô³Ü²Ô²µ
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Buddhist concept of 'Mouth-rinsing'
In Buddhism, mouth-rinsing signifies a ritual practice involving the cleansing of the mouth with water and tooth-wood, highlighting the importance of purity and mindfulness in maintaining oral hygiene and spiritual discipline.
From: Vinaya Pitaka (3): Khandhaka
(1) The process of cleaning the mouth using water, in this case with tooth-wood, as mentioned in the context.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Mouth-rinsing'
Mouth-rinsing in Hinduism is a purification method that includes cleansing the mouth with water, essential for spiritual rituals, before eating, and as preparation for sacred or legal proceedings.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) A cleansing method involving swishing water in the mouth, suggested as part of the purification process.[2] (2) A ritual act of cleansing the mouth, part of the purification practices that individuals must perform before participating in sacred or legal proceedings.[3]
From: Garuda Purana
(1) A procedure performed before eating to purify the mouth, involving the use of clean water.[4]
The concept of Mouth-rinsing in scientific sources
Mouth-rinsing is a common practice for maintaining oral hygiene and preventing dental caries, showing a level of effectiveness comparable to the traditional method of Triphaladi Gandusha.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This action involves using a solution, such as CHO or a placebo, in the mouth for a specified duration and has been studied for its effects on exercise performance and the brain's activity.[5]