Question 1

what are the top 3 mouthwashes?

Accepted Answer

Top mouth rinses: Top in sales, effectiveness or ?  There are so many on the market and they all have different ingredients and indications. In general, they are not even an essential part of good oral hygiene. Ask your own dentist to recommend the right one for you based upon your specific circumstances and needs.

Question 2

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 3

what do i do after using mouthwash?

Accepted Answer

See details: Rinse your mouth with water and don't do anything.

Question 4

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 5

what type of mouthwash should i use?

Accepted Answer

Listerine: Listerine really does work fantastically, but the alcohol is irritating. Crest pro health is a good second choice that has no burning taste. Mouth wash does not even remotely compare to the effectiveness of proper flossing and brushing. Mouth wash helps when you have healthy gums, but it should not be a substitute for good hygiene.

Question 6

how come many mouthwashes use alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Killing germs: Many mouth rinses do contain alcohol but not more are coming out without alcohol so you have options. Make sure you check labels and ask your dentist for correct mouth rinse.

Question 7

how often can i use peroxide mouthwash?

Accepted Answer

Daily - if diluted: One cup of water mixed with 1 tbsp. Of 3 percent hydrogen peroxide is an easy and antiseptic home remedy mouthwash that can be used daily.  
You can mix equal parts hydrogen peroxide and water if you have canker sores. 
Don't worry if the mixture foams a bit when you're rinsing.  Make sure to spit and rinse afterwards.  Do not swallow.

Question 8

could mouthwash have an expiration date?

Accepted Answer

It could: I don't think that using "expired" mouthwash would harm you, but if you feel more comfortable disposing of it, please do so.

Question 9

how often can i use oxygenating mouthwash?

Accepted Answer

Oxygenated mouthwash: Sorry, as a dentist of many years, i don't recommend it at all. Mouthwash only works for 1 1/2 hours to give a clean breath. See your family dentist for more definitive information.

Question 10

in what ways can mouthwash be good for you?

Accepted Answer

Kills bacteria: There are many different types of mouthwashes. They all will kill bacteria but only for a short time until bacteria starts forming again. Fresher breath for a time. Be sure to brush and floss first.

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