remedies for thrush
1. Salt. Salt is considered one of the top home remedies for oral thrush as it helps destroying the habitat of the fungus. Also, in case of infection, salt can reduce the symptoms and be a quick cure. How to apply: Dilute Â½ to 1 teaspoon of salt with 1 cup of warm water.
Baking soda is one of effective, inexpensive home remedies for oral thrush. Using baking soda can get rid of the yeast causing the oral infection. It is recommended using sodium bicarbonate 5% to treat oral thrush. Moreover, baking soda helps to neutralize the acids and regulate the pH level in your mouth.
Here is the instruction on how to use tea tree oil. 1  Put 4 to 5 drops of tea tree oil in a cup of lukewarm water. 2  Gargle your mouth with that solution for a few minutes. 3  Repeat this treatment twice or three times daily to reduce the symptoms of oral thrush.
Gentian violet (1%) sometimes works as treatment for thrush. It is a dye that kills bacteria and fungi, and it is available without a prescription. Talk to your doctor before using gentian violet. If you develop thrush and have false teeth (dentures), it is important to clean your mouth and dentures every night.