Study of Listerine and Orthodontic Health

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Study of Listerine and Orthodontic Health

Objective: To test the null hypothesis that adding Listerine mouthrinse to the standard oral hygiene regimen has no added benefit for orthodontic patients in maintaining proper oral health ...

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Here's the part we REALLY care about (and can actually UNDERSTAND...LOL):

• Adding Listerine to the daily oral hygiene regimen reduces plaque and gingivitis development in orthodontic patients over a 6-month period.
• As fixed orthodontic appliances may cause enamel decalcification because of plaque accumulation around the bracket base, it is recommended that orthodontists instruct their patients to rinse twice a day with 20 mL of Listerine in addition to brushing and flossing.

I say AWESOME!!! I've been adding listerine to my fluoride rinse since getting my brackets put on, since listerine is ALL I used prior to braces. Hope this means there will be NO white spots!!

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We give bottles of Listerine Tooth Defence with Fluoride, to all our patients. I find it has quite a bite, but it does make my mouth feel good.

At the moment I'm using a rinse (with fluoride) for sensitive teeth in the morning and the Listerine Tooth Defence with Fluoride, at night.

I agree ... here's to our teeth remaining strong and healthy during treatment, and of course for ever after that!