Question 1

please tell me, could i use mouthwash to clean my retainers?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Preferrably nonalcohol mouthwash (biotene) since alcohol (in listerine) may dry out the plastic especially some patient chose to soak their retainer for freshness...  Brush your retainer with your toothpaste when put them away is adequate.

Question 2

can mouthwash affect my dental retainers?

Accepted Answer

No: You shouldn't be soaking your retainers in mouthwash. Retainers should be cleaned according to your dentist's instructions. If you are rinsing with mouthwash with your retainers in your mouth, it shouldn't be a problem.

Question 3

is it okay to use mouth wash with retainers on?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, but better to take the retainers off since they may prevent the mouthwash from accessing all surfaces of your teeth.

Question 4

is it proper to soak my dental flipper in mouth wash?

Accepted Answer

5-10 Minutes Only: Proper care of a dental "flipper" partial denture includes brushing it with a toothbrush to remove food particles & adherent dental plaque and rinsing it afterwards. Keep it in clear, clean water when not in your mouth. Use a commercial denture cleanser soak or mouthwash for 5-10 minutes daily to reduce possible odor and stain. Warning: some mouthwashes may alter the color of the the denture base.

Question 5

what do you soak dental flippers or dentures in and is it safe to soak them in mouth wash mixed with warm water?

Accepted Answer

Commercial cleaner: Soak them in a commercial cleaner made for dentures.  If you mouth wash has alcohol in it, then the denture will dry out and weaken or discolor over time.   A 30 second mouthwash soak is ok.

Question 6

please advise if it's ok to use 2 different mouthwashes?

Accepted Answer

YES, IF?: Use one in the am and the other one in the pm.

Question 7

is  mouthwash effective?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Your priorities for a healthy mouth are brushing with a flouride toothpaste, flossing daily and seeing your dentist.  Using a mouth wash with flouride is great but not necessary.
Most mouthwashes are made to freshen your breath for a short period of time.
Pick one with flouride so it does two things instead of one.

Question 8

how could mouthwash be good for you?

Accepted Answer

Bacteria: A clean mouth is always good for you.  Mouthwash can help kill that bacterial plaque that we miss when we brush or floss incorrectly.

Question 9

what's in magic mouthwash?

Accepted Answer

Many ingredients: Mary's magic mouthwash was initially formulated for patients on chemo therapy for cancer and it is usually a combination of lidocain for pain relief, corticosteroids for suppressing inflamation, antifungal medications to prevent thrusth and antibacterial to prevent gum disease.  This can easily be abused due to too many many medications and should not be used routinely unless necessary.

Question 10

is equate mouthwash effective?

Accepted Answer

Equate: Is a generic brand i believe but they are all good - some may be better than others based on anecdotal opinions.  Hope this helps.

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