Question 1

is a fluoride rinse a good subsitute for alcohol based mouthwash like listerine ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A fluoridated rinse is always preferred for its anti cavity and  slightly antibacterial effects. Crest pro health and listerine zero are alcohol free so they are less drying to your oral tissues.

Question 2

how can using mouthwash cool mint listerine(21.6% alcohol)as directed not drinking) cause a positive beathalyzer reading? please explain in detail.

Accepted Answer

Alcohol: Alcohol absorbs through the tissues in your mouth. Every single drug screening or treatment program i know tells every single patient this and that this type of product is not acceptable if one is being tested for alcohol.  Putting listorine into your mouth is the same as drinking alcohol.The taste alone often triggers patients back into relapse.

Question 3

would the contents of alcohol based mouth wash, like listerine, kill off any potential sperm in your mouth after oral?

Accepted Answer

Probably : Sperm can live a few days in the proper environment, but between swallowing, rinsing (with or without mouthwash) and spitting, one would not expect any to remain in the mouth very long, or survive, for that matter.

Question 4

i started using listerine natural mouth wash, which contains alcohol, menthol, and eucalyptus oil. can this cause salivary gland inflammation/swelling?

Accepted Answer

Listerine: Listerine is effective at reducing gingivitis however if one has a dry mouth the alcohol can make it drier.  As with ant other product the can be sensitive to some ingredients.  Typically Listerine does not cause inflammation but everyone is different.  Don't use the Listerine for a few days and see how your mouth feels.  If the inflammation persists then see a dentist for an evaluation

Question 5

my gums bled a lot today while flossing. i am 26 weeks pregnant. is listerine mouthwash safe to use? it has alcohol.

Accepted Answer

Yes: As long as you are not swallowing it. Any mouthwash that is antibacterial is great for pregnancy gingivitis. Or if you're concerned you can get equally as effective results using warm salt water or a mix of 50/50 hydrogen peroxide with water.

Question 6

does a mixture of vanilla (or artificial vanilla extract) and listerine-type mouthwash decrease listerine's shelf life?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Probably not, but i would suggest checking with johnson & johnson healthcare products for the real answer.

Question 7

is listerine (mouthwash) a carcinogen?

Accepted Answer

No: No and have seen no literature to suggest that it might be.

Question 8

does listerine mouthwash work better than others or are they all pretty similar?

Accepted Answer

It is better: Listerine works well to reduce bacteria and inflammation. It also does improve breath as well. It does contain alcohol. Breath rx is another mouthwash that reduces breath odor.

Question 9

what mouthwash is bad for you? is listerine bad too? my friend says some mouthwash will effect you future.., i'm scared i don't know what to avoid.

Accepted Answer

Alcohol: There is some long term concern for using too much mouthwash with alcohol.  This has been extrapolated from observation of folks who over use alcohol.  If you are concerned switch to an alcohol-free one.  Read the label.

Question 10

does listerine mouthwash help decalcification?

Accepted Answer

It may slightly: If may help minimally if it has Fluoride in it. If you have decalcifications, discuss it with your own dentist who can properly advise you what can be done.  It depends upon where they are, how big, how deep, if it's an esthetic or a structural concern, etc.  Dentist have many methods to help remineralize the enamel or cover\repair the surface destruction of the tooth.

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Would the contents of alcohol based mouth wash, like listerine, kill off any potential sperm in your mouth after oral?

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I started using listerine natural mouth wash, which contains alcohol, menthol, and eucalyptus oil. can this cause salivary gland inflammation/swelling?

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My gums bled a lot today while flossing. i am 26 weeks pregnant. is listerine mouthwash safe to use? it has alcohol.

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Does a mixture of vanilla (or artificial vanilla extract) and listerine-type mouthwash decrease listerine's shelf life?

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Is listerine (mouthwash) a carcinogen?

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Does listerine mouthwash work better than others or are they all pretty similar?

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What mouthwash is bad for you? is listerine bad too? my friend says some mouthwash will effect you future.., i'm scared i don't know what to avoid.

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