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Not by a great deal.
The active ingredients in mouthwash (antibacterial agents) are designed to work on oral bacteria during the exposure time which is displayed on the bottle of mouthwash. Typically you rinse for 30 seconds with mouthwash.
After this time any oral bacteria that has been killed will be amongst the mouthwash inside your mouth, so to remove as much as possible it's advisable to rinse with water afterwards - the mouthwash has done its job by then. It also helps to prevent staining of your teeth, mouth and tongue by the mouthwash.
I do not understand why there is no instruction to rinse with water after using mouthwash, however I would imagine this is personal preference - as there would be no detrimental health effects by 'not' rinsing it away.
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Which mouthwash kills the oral bacteria?
Listerine mouthwash is the best mouthwash which kills Oral Bacteria and is good for oral hygiene. Listerine Mouthwash protects your mouth for 24 hours from bacteria. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), some therapeutic mouthrinses (mouthwash) contain agents that either fight bad breath bacteria or that chemically inactivate odor causing compounds. Any of these brands are effective for fighting bad breath bacteria: Listerine Antiseptic Swan Blue Mint Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Best Choice Amber Antiseptic Rinse Bi-Mart Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Care One Antiseptic Mouth Rinse CVS Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Dentiguard Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Equaline Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Equate Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Fred's Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Good Sense Mouth Rinse Harmon Face Values Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Harris Teeter Antiseptic Mouth Rinse H-E-B Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Hy-Vee Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Krikland Signature Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Kroger Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Live Better Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Market Basket Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Meijer Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Our Family Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Prenier Value Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Publix Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Rite Aid Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Safeway Antiseptic Mouth Rinse ShopRite Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Sunmark Antiseptic Mouth Rinse TopCare Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Up & Up Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Walgreens Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Wegmans Antiseptic Mouth Rinse Western Family Antiseptic Mouth Rinse
The different kinds of mouthwash?
` Listerine is the only one that kills bacteria the best! if you try this and experiment on this you can see if it realy is the best Herbal Dentist is the best bacteria killing mouthwash on the market today! Check it out on Ebay, or at www.herbaldentist.net
Is it okay to rinse with mouthwash after a filling?
Yes! Mouth wash has no effect on amalgam restorations.
How many ounces of mouth wash in a persons mouth?
The average adult should use about 1 ounce of mouthwash to rinse their mouth. However, the exact amount may vary depending on individual preferences and the specific mouthwash being used.
Do you have to rinse your mouth out with mouthwash after every time you take a sip of your drink after you get your lip pierced?
Not every time you take a drink! You are supposed to rinse A LOT of times a day, but not every time you drink. If you smoke cigarettes, definitely rinse after those, and rinse after eating.
I have a toothache. I cannot bear the pain.Give suggestions?
First try over the counter pain medicine Rinse your mouth with warm Salt water Use a mouthwash
How effective is Act fluoride mouth rinse in preventing cavities and promoting oral health?
Studies have shown that Act fluoride mouth rinse is effective in preventing cavities and promoting oral health. The fluoride in the rinse helps strengthen tooth enamel and reduce the risk of decay. Regular use of Act fluoride mouth rinse as part of a good oral hygiene routine can help maintain healthy teeth and gums.
Can you use alcohol free mouthwash instead of salt water to rinse mouth after tooth extraction?
Following a tooth extraction, it is recommended that you cleanse your mouth with a mild saline solution as opposed to a chemical mouthwash, with or without alcohol. The salt water will not irritate the open lesion from the extraction like a chemical cocktail would.
Can you use mouth wash with an abscess on your gums?
Yes, you can use mouth wash with an abscess on your gums. Using antimicrobial mouth wash can also reduce the infection and should be used daily. Another option is to rinse your mouth with sea salt and water.
Is using mouthwash as good for your teeth as floss?
Recent advertising claims certain mouthwash is just as good as flossing. This is what the ADA says: While some study results indicate the use of a mouth rinse can be as effective as flossing for reducing plaque between the teeth, the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends brushing twice a day and cleaning between the teeth with floss or interdental cleaners once each day to remove plaque from all tooth surfaces. Plaque is responsible for both tooth decay and gum disease. Regarding the studies, the authors concluded that in patients with mild to moderate gingivitis (early gum disease), rinsing twice a day with the antiseptic mouth rinse was as effective as flossing for reducing plaque and gingivitis between the teeth. The studies did not examine whether the mouth rinse had the same effect as floss on reducing tooth decay or periodontitis (advanced gum disease). Answer: No, not at all. I relied on antibacterial mouthwash for a year with very little flossing and major decay developed.
Is it better to rinse the mouth with water after brushing your teeth or spit it out so the rest of the toothpaste stays on your teeth?
You are better rinsing with a mouthwash. Should you have any toothpaste left in your mouth, spit it out - it doesn't do any good just floating around in there.
How do you spell gargling?
That is the correct spelling of "gargling" (gurgling in the throat, as with mouthwash or rinse).
