The present invention causes the tissues in the gingiva to be less permeable to the products of bacterial metabolism produced from dental plaque. In addition, chemicals derived from the ingestion of foods and beverages are blocked from entry into the gingival tissues. This results in the prevention of oral infections and, most importantly, the loss of teeth. In addition to the ingress of toxic chemicals, this mouth rinse results in cessation of gingival crevicular fluid, a medium for bacteria to thrive on. The overall result is a healthy periodontium which is free of infected tissues and inflammation and bodes well for optimum oral and systemic health.