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Can you tell me if hydrogen peroxide is suited for children over 6 years old as mouthwash?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dr. Peter Karsant answered

Specializes in Dentistry

MW taste: It will not harm however you may want to try a mw that taste better. Why do you want to use a mw on someone so young? Proper brushing monitored by the parent should prevent bad breath.

Answered 1/29/2014

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No: H2o2 or hydrogen peroxide is a potent oxidant and only has very limited oral applications. For kids, use a non-alcohol mouthwash possibly with Fluoride depending on other Fluoride sources where you live. Save the peroxide for cleaning dirty wounds away from your mouth.

Answered 6/25/2014

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No: Straight hydrogen peroxide should never be used as a mouthwash at any age. Commercially available products with hydrogen peroxide contain very small amounts. You can do a lot of damage to your oral tissues if used as a mouthwash.

Answered 1/30/2014

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