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As a dental assistant and as someone that is familiar in the dental field, we always discuss with our patients proper oral care and hygiene. Like the popular saying, prevention is better than the cure. So we always push preventative care. In this post, I would like to share the benefits of using LISTERINE® mouthwash. What it does to our oral cavity and why it’s important.
Should I mouthwash? Yes! Here are the reasons why.
- Freshens breath – No doubt and a very obvious reason. Doing a mouth rinse using a mouthwash freshens your breath for a period of time. It inhibits the formation of bacteria that causes bad breath and gives you that minty fresh feeling of your oral cavity. LISTERINE® has products you can choose from that are infused with fun flavors like LISTERINE® Coconut + Lime Blend Mouthwash and LISTERINE® Green Tea + Mint Blend Mouthwash. Indulge your senses while freshening your breath. Just so you know, it’s also an alcohol-free mouthwash that contains four essential oils that help kill up to 99% of bad breath germs.
- It helps remove food debris – Of course toothbrushing is what is mainly done to remove food debris and particles, but mouthwash can also be used even before brushing your teeth, as it loosens up food debris which make toothbrushing and flossing more effective. Otherwise, it can also be done after toothbrushing as well to give your breath that extra boost of minty fresh.
- Prevents plaque build up – Plaque is not good for your oral health at all. It is that soft and sticky film that adhere and builds up on your teeth. This sticky film contains a lot of bacteria that could lead to tooth decay, as well as gum disease. This causes the enamel (outer surface of your tooth) to break down which may lead to cavities and holes on the surface of your tooth in the long run. So it’s really important to prevent the plaques from happening. That’s why regular mouthwash is a must. While it prevents, it doesn’t remove plaque. So toothbrushing, flossing and regular visits to your dentist is essential.
- Lessens cavities from forming – Since it inhibits the formation of bacteria that causes plaque, the culprit in forming cavities, it lessens or stops the formation of cavities.
How to properly use a mouth rinse.
- Pour 20 milliliters or 4 teaspoons of LISTERINE® mouthwash into a cup.
2. Empty the cup into your mouth. Don’t dilute it with water, so it’s more effective.
3. Rinse or swish your mouth for 30 seconds, you can also gargle too. Then spit the solution in the sink.
Mouthwash is really important if you have high cavity index, meaning you easily get cavities. If you are also prone to gingivitis and periodontal disease, then regular use of mouthwash helps the situation as well. LISTERINE® Coconut + Lime Blend Mouthwash and LISTERINE® Green Tea + Mint Blend Mouthwash are both made with zero alcohol for a less intense taste, and these mouthwash flavors have a limited edition botanically-inspired flavor blend.
I would also like to stress this, that while mouthwash has many benefits, it shouldn’t be a replacement for toothbrushing. Even if it helps in lessening the risk of periodontal disease and cavities, it should always be used together with proper oral hygiene habits which includes, toothbrushing, flossing and regular visits to the dentist.
