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A 16-year-old female asked:
is it ok to not use the orthodontic mouthwash and just use a different one or something else ?
3 doctor answers • 9 doctors weighed in
Dr. Paul Grin answered
Pain Management 36 years experience
Of course: Use the mouthwash that have the ADA’s Seal only.
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Dr. Hilary Baskin answered
Orthodontics 28 years experience
Should be fine: but good to check with your dentist or orthodontist first in case their is a specific reason for advising the use of a specific mouthwash. net-net, general mouthwashes are fine with braces
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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered
Orthodontics 53 years experience
Mouthwash: Mouthwash of any sort only provides about 1% of oral hygiene effectiveness. Brushing 2 full minutes 2x/day is about 70% effective, floss/WaterPik about 30% effective. Discuss with your treating Dentist or Orthodontic specialist the reason he/she recommended an "orthodontic mouthwash," and what substitutions would be beneficial.
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Dr. Robert Douglas commented
Orthodontics 51 years experience
If the mouthwash the orthodontist gave you was Peridex (Chlorhexidine) then you should use it as prescribed. If it was just a sample from his sample drawer, then use any one you like instead.
Jan 2, 2017
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