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Is it recommended to use whitening mouth wash before i brush and normal mouth wash after?
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Not really: For mouthwash, it's recommended to brush plaque off first to make the rinse more effective. Also the effectiveness of whitening rinses is questionable.
Answered 11/17/2012
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After you brush: Mouthwash should be used after brushing and flossing. I recommend an anti-microbial mouthrinse. Whitening mouthrinses may remove stain but, do not do a very good job of whitening teeth.
Answered 6/7/2013
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Rinses don't whiten: There are several types of mouth washes. Fluoride mouth rinses help to prevent cavities and can reduce teeth sensitivity. Mouth rinses for healthy gums help prevent plaque attachment to teeth and reduce gingivitis. However, mouth rinses for teeth whitening have questionable effectiveness- 30 seconds to 1 minute in the mouth is not long enough for these rinses to actually whiten the teeth.
Answered 6/8/2015
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