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    Healthy Teeth for Life fact sheet

    Mouth rinses

    This fact sheet discusses when to use a Therapeutic mouth rinses


    mouth rinse, common types of mouth rinses
    and how to use a mouth rinse most While therapeutic mouth rinses have the
    effectively. same benefits as cosmetic mouth rinses, they
    also contain an added active ingredient that
    When to use a mouth rinse helps protect against some oral diseases.

    While mouth rinses should not be considered


    Common mouth rinses
    substitutes for regular toothbrushing and
    flossing, they can be useful for a number of
    Common mouth rinses include saltwater,
    different purposes depending on their
    chlorhexidine, essential oils, fluoride and
    ingredients.
    antibacterial rinses.
    Mouth rinses are unable to penetrate existing
    plaque, making them ineffective below the ƒ Saltwater rinse: Mild, warm saltwater
    gums. A mouth rinse is also unable to reach rinses may benefit patients who have
    between the teeth. ulcers, minor throat irritation and denture
    sores by alleviating discomfort and aiding
    A dental professional may recommend healing. Consult a dental professional if
    specific mouth rinses for specific oral the area continues to be irritated or sore
    conditions. Dental professionals may also for longer than one week.
    recommend rinses for those who can't brush
    due to physical impairments or medical ƒ Chlorhexidine rinse: Chlorhexidine is very
    reasons. effective in reducing bacteria found in the
    oral cavity. Long-term use of
    Many mouth rinses contain high
    chlorhexidine rinses may alter perception
    concentrations of alcohol. Individuals
    of taste, cause brown staining on teeth
    suffering from ‘dry-mouth’, pregnant women
    and increase the formation of calculus
    and children should not use mouth rinses
    (tartar or scale). The use of chlorhexidine
    containing alcohol.
    should be recommended by a dental
    professional and used according to their
    Types of mouth rinses
    recommendations.
    Mouth rinses are generally classified as either
    ƒ Mouth rinse containing essential oils: The
    cosmetic or therapeutic.
    use of essential oils in mouth rinses is
    proven to be effective in reducing bad
    Cosmetic mouth rinses
    breath.
    Cosmetic mouth rinses are commercial, over-
    ƒ Fluoride mouth rinse: Fluoride mouth
    the-counter products that help remove oral
    rinses are recommended by dental
    debris before or after brushing, temporarily
    professionals to control and prevent tooth
    suppress bad breath, diminish bacteria in the
    decay. Use of a fluoride mouth rinse,
    mouth and refresh the mouth with a pleasant
    along with fluoride toothpaste, can
    taste. At the very least, they are effective oral
    provide extra protection against tooth
    antiseptics that freshen the mouth and
    decay. However, the use of fluoride
    alleviate bad breath in the short term.
    mouth rinse is not recommended for
    children.

    Last reviewed April 2008 Page 1 of 2


    Healthy Teeth for Life fact sheet

    ƒ Antibacterial mouth rinse: Antibacterial For more information


    mouth rinses reduce the bacteria in the
    mouth and alter the bacterial activity in ƒ Contact your dental professional
    plaque. They are particularly helpful in ƒ Visit www.health.qld.gov.au/oralhealth
    helping to control gingivitis and minor ƒ Call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) for
    throat infections. confidential health advice 24 hours a day,
    seven days a week
    Using a mouth rinse ƒ Email oral_health@health.qld.gov.au.

    ƒ Brush and floss teeth before using a


    mouth rinse. © The State of Queensland, Queensland Health, 2008.

    ƒ Measure the recommended amount of


    rinse.

    ƒ Rinse or swish the liquid around your


    mouth for the time recommended on the
    packaging (or as recommended by your
    dental professional).

    ƒ Spit liquid out of mouth thoroughly.

    ƒ To maximise the effects of the mouth


    rinse, do not rinse, eat, or smoke for thirty
    minutes after using it.

    Last reviewed April 2008 Page 2 of 2

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