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Is mouthwash good for killing bacteria?
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Yes: A mouthwash like listerine will kill bacteria in our mouths due to its acolhol content. You should follow rinsing with flossing and then brushing with a toothpast with flouride to clean your teeth.
Answered 10/2/2015
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