Listerine is a reliable ally in oral care

Daily oral care helps prevent diseases caused by insufficient or improper care of your teeth and gums. Rinse aids from the LISTERINE® line are part of hygiene and reduce the growth of bacteria. LISTERINE® products contain essential oils (thymol, methyl salicylate, menthol and eucalyptol), as well as other components, the action of which is aimed at solving problems such as gum inflammation, caries, darkening of tooth enamel, bad breath, etc. Select any of rinses is left up to you and your dentist. And to ensure the best possible oral care, be sure to read the instructions on how to use LISTERINE® for maximum effectiveness.

Tips for choosing a rinse aid

If the product is chosen to prevent the appearance of carious formations, then it is better to choose a rinse aid, the main active ingredient of which is amino fluoride or sodium fluoride. In this case, the concentration of fluorine in the solution should not be less than 250 ppm, otherwise the substance will not have the desired effect.

The mouthwash should be used several times a day for one minute at a time. If you purchase a rinse with fluoride, then an excellent addition to it will be toothpaste with calcium, which should be used before using the product: the anti-carious effect in this case will be maximum.

If the composition contains antiseptics (for example, chlorhexidine or others), then you can use this product for a couple of weeks, but no more. By ignoring this recommendation, you can provoke the development of dysbacteriosis and develop an unpleasant odor that will appear after you stop using the product. Rinses with antiseptics in their composition are justified in the treatment of gum diseases (for example, periodontitis or gingivitis), but only after removal of deposits by a doctor.

Mouthwashes with herbal ingredients can be used on an ongoing basis as a prophylactic to prevent gum inflammation.

Some of these products contain alcohol: children under 6 years of age and people driving a car should use this product with caution.

Advantages

The key advantages of the Listerine line of mouthwashes include the following:

• carefully selected composition of components, eliminating many problems with the mucous membranes and teeth;
• effectiveness of the product in the fight against periodontal diseases;
• safety of the product for human health;
• a wide range of products allowing you to choose a product in accordance with a specific pathology of the oral cavity;
• Possibility of use by children.

In the video, watch the dentist’s opinion about the benefits and necessity of using the product.

Mouthwashes for caries prevention: which one to choose?

1. Elmex (Elmex). According to most dentists, this product is the best. It contains amino fluoride, the most effective fluoride compound, which forms a thin film on the teeth, thanks to which fluoride continues to penetrate into the tissues even after using the product. Elmex does not contain alcohol or any antibiotics that provoke the development of dysbacteriosis. The mouthwash can be used continuously from the age of 6 years. The average price of a 400-ml bottle is about 230 rubles.

2. PRESIDENT (President) "Classic Plus". A quality Italian product with sodium fluoride and herbal ingredients. In addition to strengthening the enamel, the mouthwash freshens breath. It is slightly inferior to Elmex in terms of effectiveness, and it costs more: 250 ml. solution will cost 210 rubles.

Varieties

Let's look at the most popular types of Listerine:

• “Protection against caries” - restores the strength of enamel and fights pathogenic microorganisms. After use, the active substances provide reliable protection for 12 hours.
• “Gum Protection” is an option for people who have gum problems. Maintains soft tissue health and eliminates bleeding gums.
• “Expert whitening” – professionally deals with darkened areas of tooth enamel.
• Listerine Total mouth rinse - the special feature of Listerine Total is that it does not contain alcohol. Listerine Total brightens enamel and provides long-lasting protection. Listerine Total can be purchased at any pharmacy.
• The popularity of Listerine green tea mouthwash is due to its mild effects. Thanks to green tea extract, the drug is able to suppress the activity of pathogenic bacteria. According to user reviews, Listerine with green tea strengthens tooth enamel. Due to the pleasant taste of green tea, your breath remains fresh for 12 hours after use.
• Advanced – aimed at improving metabolic processes, reducing bacterial activity and eliminating tartar.
• Fluoride - a rinse containing fluoride, used to strengthen enamel.
• Cool mint – the refreshing aroma of fresh mint eliminates unpleasant odor and prevents the development of gingivitis.

Sore gums: will mouthwash help?

To combat gum inflammation, rinses are often used as a simple and affordable remedy. However, it is necessary to understand that the solution can only temporarily remove symptoms, but not eradicate the cause of inflammation, therefore, after stopping its use, inflammation will return.

The main cause of bleeding gums is soft microbial plaque and subgingival deposits, which need to be eliminated by visiting a dentist. After the procedure, he will prescribe medications as part of anti-inflammatory therapy. Using a mouthwash without treatment will mask the symptoms of inflammation, but the inflammatory process will not stop: as a result, sooner or later the teeth will begin to become loose.

Clinically proven effectiveness

The effectiveness of LISTERINE® products has been confirmed by laboratory tests.

• A study* was conducted in 2010 to evaluate the effectiveness of mouthwashes. The study confirmed the ability of LISTERINE® to reduce plaque and prevent the appearance of gingivitis (with regular daily use).
• Results from examining biofilm samples using laser microscopy** showed that LISTERINE® penetrates all layers of bacterial film and breaks down plaque. LISTERINE® inhibits the activity of microorganisms even after a single treatment.

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Rinses used for periodontitis and gingivitis

1. LACALUT (Lakalut) "Aktiv" (Asset). German rinse with chlorhexidine, fluoride and aluminum lactate - a substance that reduces bleeding gums. The product is very effective, but it can be used for a maximum of 3 weeks in a row. 300 ml. the solution will cost approximately 220 rubles.

2. Paradontax (Paradontaks). An English product with chlorhexidine and a fluoride compound that strengthens teeth. Use is allowed for 3 weeks in a row: longer use is fraught with the development of dysbacteriosis. 300 ml. solutions cost about 200 rubles.

3. PRESIDENT (President) “Profi”. Italian remedy with plant extracts and chlorhexidine. It has a classic composition for the treatment of gum diseases. Use for more than 3 weeks without interruption is not recommended.

4. LISTERINE (Listerine). Italian solution with methyl salicylate (anti-inflammatory). Since the fluoride concentration is low (100 ppm), the product will protect against caries worse than previous samples.

5. Asepta is a Russian product with strong antiseptics, as a result of which its use is allowed only for 2 weeks in a row. The solution contains benzydamine, a substance that causes a feeling of numbness, so the mouthwash is recommended for the treatment of stomatitis, since mouth ulcers are very painful. 150 ml. the solution is sold at a price of 135 rubles.
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6. Colgate Plax (Colgate Plax). A Russian rinse with potassium salts in combination with citric acid, which reduces tooth sensitivity, sodium fluoride, which protects against caries, and cetylpyridinium chloride, used to reduce gum inflammation (if there are wounds or ulcers in the mouth, it is better to refrain from purchasing the product, since this component inhibits healing process). When used for more than 2 weeks in a row, irritation of the mucous membrane and allergies may occur.
7. GLISTER Amway (Glister Amway). Not the best German product, containing only antiseptic and alcohol. It can be used exclusively for gum inflammation, and even then for no more than a couple of weeks. Despite all its disadvantages, the drug costs more than everyone else: 50 ml. will cost more than 400 rubles.

Mouthwashes prescribed for chronic gum inflammation

1. MEXIDOL (Mexidol). A Russian product with an anti-inflammatory component called Mexidol and a complex of amino acids that moisturizes the mucous membrane and increases its immunity. The product can also be used as a preventative to reduce gum inflammation. It is prescribed to people wearing dentures and suffering from stomatitis.

2. Forest balm. The composition contains many herbal components (St. John's wort, chamomile, celandine and many others), but in addition to them, the solution contains fragrances and various chemical compounds, including triclosan (an effective substance that reduces the inflammatory process much better than herbal remedies). But triclosan can only be used after deposits have been removed. The rinse aid is relatively inexpensive: 250 ml of solution costs about 100 rubles.

3. SPLAT (Splat) “Complete” (Complete). A Russian inexpensive product (the price of 340 ml of solution is approximately 115 rubles) with a weak effect. It does not contain alcohol or fluorine compounds, but it does contain polydon, which helps dissolve plaque. The product is purely preventive: it will not cope with the removal of inflammation and strengthening of teeth. But it does not contain antibiotics, so it can be used for a long period of time.

Indications

Listerine can be used in combination with other drugs or separately. Its action is sufficient to ensure the prevention of common diseases, as well as the elimination of basic troubles such as yellow teeth and bad breath. The product is recommended for use by people suffering from:

• persistent or regularly occurring unpleasant odor;
• bacterial diseases;
• weakened and bleeding gums;
• unpleasant sensations after tooth extraction;
• tartar.

All products from the line are multifunctional due to their improved composition.

The company that produces these products has specialized in this field since 1879.

Mouthwashes for hypersensitive teeth

1. ELMEX “Sensitive Plus. One of the highest quality rinses for hypersensitive teeth, allowing you to solve the problem in the shortest possible time. In addition to amino fluoride, the solution contains a polymer that forms a protective film on the surface of the enamel.

2. LACALUT (Lakalut) "Sensitive". German quality product with a good composition. Chlorhexidine and aluminum lacatate reduce bleeding gums, but a course of use lasting more than 3 weeks is not recommended.