Singapore
A 31-year-old male asked:
Should we rinse mouth with water after using mouthwash or just spit it out with saliva? if don't rinse w water i feel the chemicals are all in mouth
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Shariq Refaianswered
Psychiatry 15 years experience
No: No dont rinse out your mouth with water immediately after use. The mouthwash continues to work even after you spit it out. Use a mouth wash with Fluoride and dont use alcohol based onces too much as they will dry out your mouth. If the chemicals or after taste become too bothersome then its ok to rinse with water.
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Dr. Douglas Tavenner, jr.answered
52 years experience
Your Preference: The mouthwash chemistry has done its job. So rinsing lightly with water it not a problem.
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Last updated Apr 28, 2019
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