Listerine Cool Mint
Price £4.00
Expected Delivery: Tuesday
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Overview
What is Listerine Cool Mint
Listerine Cool Mint Mouthwash is an antiseptic and antibacterial mouthwash that kills up to 99.9% germs in the mouth. It prevents bacteria that cause bad breath, plaque, and gum inflammation known as gingivitis. Listerine is the #1 dentist-recommended brand for over the counter mouthwashes.
Adding Listerine to your daily oral hygiene routine could help in improving oral health, and it could save you from future dentist visits. This particular variant presents a minty flavour that both cleanses and refreshes the mouth.
This mouthwash is suitable for anyone over the age of 12 and should be kept away from children’s reach. Listerine Mouthwashes are meant to rinse the interior of the mouth and are not for consumption. Using Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash twice a day is clinically proven to reduce concerns of bad breath and improve dental/ oral hygiene.
How does Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint mouthwash work?
Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash contains Eucalyptol, Menthol, Methyl salicylate, and Thymol. These active ingredients are specially formulated for maintaining oral health and hygiene. The combination of these substances works together to reach difficult areas of the mouth, typically unreachable by a toothbrush or dental floss. By cleaning these areas, such as the gum lines, Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash could kill germs up to 99,9%.
How effective is Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash?
According to research, Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash significantly reduces plaque and gum inflammations (gingivitis) when used in accordance with the directions. Listerine is effective in maintaining oral health and hygiene because it has the ability to clean areas toothbrushes can’t reach, such as the proximal embrasures, which require special proximal cleaning aids.
Listerine is clinically proven to reduce gingivitis by 21% when used after brushing and flossing. Since Listerine Mouthwashes are liquid in form, it has a greater reach than brushing and is able to clean between teeth and along the gum line. As the only mouthwash to receive the ADA Seal of Acceptance, it has been proven to reduce oral plaques by up to 52%.
Directions
How should I use Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint mouthwash?
When using Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash, remember to still brush and floss your teeth as per usual. After brushing and flossing, you may continue to rinse the interior of your mouth with Listerine Antibacterial Mouthwash.
All Listerine Mouthwashes come with a 20ml bottle cap. To begin, twist the cap to open the bottle. Measure 20ml of Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash by pouring it in the cap and filling it just before it reaches the brim. If you have trouble with the cap or you don’t intend to use it, you can measure it by pouring out 4 teaspoons worth of mouthwash. After brushing and flossing your teeth, put the Listerine solution into your mouth as if drinking from a cup but do not swallow. Swish the solution around your mouth for 30 seconds vigorously to properly clean it. Make sure you can feel the solution touching every corner of your mouth, including in between your teeth. If you feel like it is necessary, you may also gargle the solution.
After 30 seconds, spit out the solution. Some dentists recommend not rinsing your mouth with water afterwards, as mouthwashes will continue to do its job even after being spat out. Do not drink or eat directly after using mouthwash. Use Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash twice a day, in the morning and at night, for maximum results.
How long do I use Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint mouthwash Before I notice a difference?
In a randomized and controlled clinical trial, participants over the age of 12 showed significant improvements in the oral health after using Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint.
Mouthwash for 6 months. As Listerine is a washing/rinsing agent, you will immediately feel cleaner and more refreshed after the first use. However, an extended duration of time may be needed to improve tougher stains or dental plagues.
After using Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash regularly, you should be able to notice an improvement in your breath, dental/ oral hygiene, and reduction of plaques.
Cautions
What are the side effects of Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint mouthwash?
Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash is formulated to maintain good oral hygiene but could cause side effects. This mouthwash contains 21.6% undiluted alcohol, which may cause dry mouth and discomfort. Methyl Salicylate, one of its active ingredients, is known to have similar effects as chronic aspirin ingestion. Antiseptic compounds found in Listerine may cause harm to the kidneys and the liver. As such, accidentally ingesting Listerine is dangerous.
If you are experiencing adverse effects after using Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash, stop using it immediately and contact your GP or dentist.
Carefully read the complete patient information leaflet before using a new product. The patient information leaflet for Listerine Antibacterial Cool Mint Mouthwash can be found here.