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Best Mouthwash
Best Mouthwash - TheraBreath Wins for Gentle Care
TL;DR: TheraBreath is the fan favorite for no burn; Listerine is highly controversial, accused of killing good bacteria; ACT & CloSYS are gentle, hygienist-approved picks ; many argue mouthwash is unnecessary if you brush & floss well
TL;DR: doesn't burn; alcohol-free; best for bad breath; some report aftertaste/taste interference
TheraBreath
TL;DR: doesn't burn; alcohol-free; best for bad breath; some report aftertaste/taste interference
TL;DR: dental hygienist favorite; gentle, antibacterial; preserves good bacteria; often used before brushing
Closys
TL;DR: dental hygienist favorite; gentle, antibacterial; preserves good bacteria; often used before brushing
TL;DR: has fluoride for enamel; alcohol-free version available; can be drying or harsh; generally well-received
Listerine Total Care
TL;DR: has fluoride for enamel; alcohol-free version available; can be drying or harsh; generally well-received
TL;DR: non-alcohol, fluoride option; good for teens/adults; gentle; avoids burning sensation
ACT Restoring Zero Alcohol
TL;DR: non-alcohol, fluoride option; good for teens/adults; gentle; avoids burning sensation
TL;DR: clinical strength; eliminates odors 12-24 hours; better than TheraBreath for some; good for tonsil stones
SmartMouth Clinical DDS
TL;DR: clinical strength; eliminates odors 12-24 hours; better than TheraBreath for some; good for tonsil stones
TL;DR: contains fluoride; promotes tooth health; gentle/non-burning; popular recommendation
ACT Anticavity Fluoride Mouthwash
TL;DR: contains fluoride; promotes tooth health; gentle/non-burning; popular recommendation
TL;DR: very cheap; kills bacteria naturally; helps reduce inflammation; useful for post-surgery/sore throat
Salt Water Rinse
TL;DR: very cheap; kills bacteria naturally; helps reduce inflammation; useful for post-surgery/sore throat
TL;DR: hygienist highly recommends; stronger than OTC; patented pH properties; hard to find off-website
CariFree Treatment Rinse
TL;DR: hygienist highly recommends; stronger than OTC; patented pH properties; hard to find off-website