Question 1

do you think i should i rinse after mouthwash?

Accepted Answer

Mouth rinses: There are different mouthwashes for different purposes. Some need prescriptions while most don't. I am not sure what you are using or why (or if you even have to use it in the first place). Whatever the reason, i can't see why you would want to limit the effectiveness (if it is effective even) by rinsing out. Your own dentist can best answer your question and discuss this issue with you.

Question 2

is it okay to rinse with mouthwash after brushing teeth?

Accepted Answer

Yes: I often recommend a mouthwash  after
brushing. There are many mouthwashes but, 
most mouthwashes are not very effective. Ask your dentist what mouthwash they recommend to address your dental needs.

Question 3

what is that dark green when i rinse with mouthwash?

Accepted Answer

Deposits: Some mouthwashes contain certain chemicals that can cause a green staining.  I would suggest switching brands of mouthwash to see if this solves the problem. Certain mouthwashes just react differently to each patient's saliva.

Question 4

after i use mouthwash, should i rinse with water?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Rinsing with water would reduce the affect of the mouthrinse faster than normal.

Question 5

can scope mouthwash give a gum-like residue after you rinse with it?

Accepted Answer

Scope: It's unusal maybe it doesn't agree with you so stop using it.

Question 6

i always floss at night & rinse with mouthwash every day. so why do i keep getting cavities!?

Accepted Answer

Wrong assumptions: You assume that just by flossing and brushing you are immune to cavities... Not so. If it was that easy, everyone would just brush and floss and there would be no need for dentists. Diet, genetics, prior dental care, and how well you brush and floss all play a factor in the formation of cavities.

Question 7

how much fluoride is in mouthwash and otc dental rinses?

Accepted Answer

1000 ppm: Per the cdc, most otc toothpaste sold in the us has 1000 to 1500 parts per million fluoride. Otc solutions of 0.05% sodium Fluoride (230 ppm fluoride) for daily rinsing are available for use by persons older than 6 years of age.

Question 8

i'm curious if you should rinse your mouth with water after using mouthwash?

Accepted Answer

Your choice: Rinse or not? This depends on what rinse you use. If it is for cavity prevention and the rinse contains fluoride, spit well, but best not to rinse--the remaining rinse continues to add Fluoride into your tooth. If it is to kill germs in mouth, ;  you do not want the chemicals to be absorbed by your body, rinse off. Most otc products seem to expect no-rinse to offer its efficacy, however. Spit well.

Question 9

does mouthwash rinse off flouride toothpaste from my teeth?

Accepted Answer

: Mostly. Rinsing your mouth with mouth wash or water will remove most of the fluoride, but that does not diminish the effectiveness of fluoride toothpaste in preventing cavities.

Question 10

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.

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What is that dark green when i rinse with mouthwash?

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Can scope mouthwash give a gum-like residue after you rinse with it?

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I always floss at night & rinse with mouthwash every day. so why do i keep getting cavities!?

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How much fluoride is in mouthwash and otc dental rinses?

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I'm curious if you should rinse your mouth with water after using mouthwash?

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Does mouthwash rinse off flouride toothpaste from my teeth?

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