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Is it possible that mouthwash is making my breath worse?
Posted by admin under Dental
abc asked:
I’ve noticed that everytime I remember to use mouthwash, I end up with bad breath a few hours later or the next day. Is this possible or am I imagining things? It is an anti-bacterial, alcohol-free mouthwash.
I’ve noticed that everytime I remember to use mouthwash, I end up with bad breath a few hours later or the next day. Is this possible or am I imagining things? It is an anti-bacterial, alcohol-free mouthwash.
My theory is that the good-bacteria in my mouth are being killed and the bad-breath-bacteria are being left, making it worse. Is that a possibility?
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March 2nd, 2008 at 8:15 am
Get a stronger mouthwash. You should also try keeping it in your mouth before rinsing for at least 30 seconds.
March 5th, 2008 at 3:03 am
well it might be the certain kind of mouthwash you are using. Dont buy that cheap mouthwash at stores. what u need to get is Listerine mouthwash. It makes your mouth burn real bad so you know its good mouthwash, peace
March 6th, 2008 at 6:26 pm
Sorry to say but that is a definite possibility. I too, was using a mouthwash that the name started with the letter “B”. It was really great but that is exactly what was happening to me. Because it was killing the good bacteria, I ended up with a yeast infection of the mouth. I used to many “anti-bacterial” things such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and was using anti-bacterial astringent on my face.
March 7th, 2008 at 6:12 am
Yes it is possible. Alcohol can dry your mouth decreasing salivary flow. Brush your tongue and floss.
March 10th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
Your mouthwash can be contaminated with microbes like small bacterias or viruses. Do you put your mouth over the bottle to get it in your mouth?
March 12th, 2008 at 3:50 pm
Try switching mouthwashes. There is one that u can get from ur dentist called BreathRX. They also have gum which is awesome. hehe..i always get loads of gum when i visit my mom at the dentist office. It works really well, its a little stong, but it kills the bad breath. ALSO, use a tongue scraper. it GREATLY reduces germs and bad breath.