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Could listerine get down into periodontal pockets?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Yes and not: In shallow pockets, yes. In deep pockets, no.

Answered 1/16/2014

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Gum disease: Gum disease requires constant monitoring and treatment by your dentist or a periodontist. There are no otc fixes for the problem. Please discuss this with your dentist before problem gets out of hand.

Answered 11/5/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Listerine may help: just a bit. Therefore a better mouth rinse is chlorhexadine. Your dentist can prescribe this medication for you.

Answered 11/5/2015

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Drink alcohol and listerine. Will I still get in trouble if my parents know?

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