None available: Gum disease (periodontal disease) cannot be treated and cured with mouthwash. You need to see a dentist to have your teeth cleaned and a treatment plan devised as to how to correct your problem. After treatment, you can maintain your healthy mouth with proper brushing and mouthwash.
Answered 4/5/2013
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No: Mouth wash is an adjunctive therapy, not definitive therapy, in prevention of gingivitis. You control the gingivitis by good brushing and flossing, then the mouth wash would help to establish the feeling of fresh and wellness. However, in the case of true gum disease (there are other factors), mouthwash is not enough. Your dentist check up would help to diagnose gum disease, if it occurs.
Answered 4/7/2013
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Peridex (chlorhexidine gluconate): No mouthwash will get rid of gum disease, but of all the ones available, Peridex (chlorhexidine gluconate) is the best because of the substantivity of Chlorhexidine (it stays on the tissue after rinsing). If you have anug or nup - gum diseases caused by immune problems/stress/and bacteria, hydrogen peroxide can help. Be careful not to rely on these things - the only way to get rid of it is treatment.
Answered 6/30/2014
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See the dentist: If you really have gum disease, you cannot get rid of it yourself. Mouthwashes that help kill the offending bacteria are great for prevention, but once you have gum disease you will need some help. If you just have gingivitis, you might get it to subside a bit with listerine. The best mouthrinse is by prescription only.
Answered 12/12/2018
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Mouth Wash: Will not treat gum disease. It is a bacterial infection, and requires professional dental care for resolution. Please see your General Dentist or specialist Periodontist for appropriate care. And please don't believe advertisements on TV.
Answered 2/15/2020
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