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How effective is eucalyptol_/_menthol_/_salicylic acid_/_thymol for treating gingivitis?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Gingivitis: Treating gingivitis is best accomplished by a professional evaluation, professional cleaning, proper toothbrushing and flossing. That works! All other rinses, washes, potions, etc is unnecessary and not as effective.

Answered 1/29/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Simple Solution: Gingivitis usually clears up after a thorough professional cleaning; see a dentist to remove the cause. The "eucalyptol_/_menthol_/_salicylic acid_/_thymol " only partially effective reduction of gingival inflammation.

Answered 5/25/2015

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Gingivitis: You need to remove the bacteria to treat gingivitis. This is best done by good brushing and flossing. Any rinses are adjective treatments and will not replace brushing and flossing.

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