So can hydrogen peroxide (H202)  be used as mouthwash safely? Many have pondered on the thought, but first let us get down to the basics.

What exactly is Hydrogen Peroxide (H202)?

Hydrogen Peroxide (H₂O₂) is actually a pale bluish liquid but appears colorless when diluted in aqueous form. More powerful than that of chlorine, hydrogen peroxide (H202) has strong oxidizing properties due to an increased oxidation potential and hence has found many applications in everyday life ranging from bleaches to antiseptics and even rocket fuel to military ordnance. Continue reading →