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The active ingredients in toothpaste are: Flouride, Triclosan, Sodium Bicarbonate (commonly known as baking soda), Anti-Tartar agents, Enzymes, Xylitol, and Desensitizing Agents

The inactive ingredients in toothpaste are: Water, Flavoring, Sweetener, Coloring dyes, Preservatives, Abrasives, Humectants, Detergants, and Binding agents

The ingredients do vary from toothpaste to toothpaste so check the Ingredients Label on the tube.

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Mouthwash contains an Active ingredient, such as Chlorhexidine Gluconate or Hexetidine, which are active against Bacteria, Viruses, Spores and Fungi. They can also aid in preventing/treating Gingivitis (gum disease)

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Alcohol, Thymol, Eucalyptol, Menthol, Floride, Enzymes, and Calcium are the usual active ingredients. Sorbitol is also used as a sweetener, which doubles as a bacterial inhibitor, as well as your run-of-the-mill water.

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The ingredients of mouthwash are listed on the bottle. Each mouthwash is different in one way or another.

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