I'd like to see more research on bleach (sodium hypochlorite) for this purpose. The limited studies out there are very promising for bleach as a mouthwash, wher

I'd like to see more research on bleach (sodium hypochlorite) for this purpose. The limited studies out there are very promising for bleach as a mouthwash, where it compares favorably to chlorhexidine, another bacteria killer available as prescription mouthwash. Unlike chlorhexidine, however, it doesn't stain teeth as significantly, and it's obviously much cheaper. (Note: the concentration is 0.1% typically, so diluted from the 6% common in the jug) One interesting point I saw was that bleach is unlikely to promote oral cancers, unlike alcohol mouthwash or oxygenating compounds like hydrogen peroxide.