#$%^&*AU2012241151B220160204.pdf#####ABSTRACT Methods of using oxidative reduction potential (ORP) water solution that is stable for at least twenty-four hours in dental applications are provided. The ORP water solution can be administered to patients for the routine disinfection of the oral cavity as part of an on-going program of oral hygiene. The ORP water solution can further be used to irrigate and/or disinfect oral tissues and surfaces during dental procedures, oral surgery, or maxillofacial surgery. Also, the ORP water solution can be administered to treat patients with damage to the oral tissues caused by disease or surgery.N NG I * ). 0v