ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2022
A Fresh Look at Mouthwashes-What Is Inside and What Is It For?
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26 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- The efficacy of mouthwashes on oral microorganisms and gingivitis in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment: a systematic review and meta-analysis.BMC oral health · 2023Pooled it
- Erosion Potential of Commercial Fluoride-Free Mouthwashes on Dental Hard Tissues.International journal of dental hygiene · 2026Article
- The Effects of Chlorhexidine, Essential Oil-Based, and Stannous Fluoride Mouthrinses on the Color Stability and Surface Roughness of CAD/CAM Ceramics.Clinical and experimental dental research · 2026Article
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- Effect of Mouthwashes on the Mechanical Properties and Color Stability of Composite Material.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Targeted repair of oral mucosal injury: emerging applications of biomaterials-based drug delivery systems.Journal of nanobiotechnology · 2026Review
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- Drugstore or discount? A study on fluoride, pH and acidity of commercial mouthwashes in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Frontiers in oral health · 2026Article
- Antibacterial and Anti-Inflammatory Properties ofScientifica · 2026Article
- Mouthwashes: should they be used by children?European archives of paediatric dentistry : official journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry · 2025Article
- The Effect of 6-Week Advanced Oral Care on Oral Microbiome and Mycobiome Composition in People With Dementia Living in Residential Aged Care.Clinical and experimental dental research · 2025Article
- Oral Health and Hygiene among Nursing Staff: A Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Study.Journal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences · 2025Article
- In vitro effect of fluoride-free mouthwashes on Streptococcus mutans biofilm.Clinical oral investigations · 2025Article
- Mouthwash use in children and adolescents: should parents be worried?European archives of paediatric dentistry : official journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry · 2025Article
- Saliva-Activated Nanohybrid Aggregates Are Rapid-Acting Agglutination Agents with Potent Anticaries Activity and Limited Toxicity.ACS pharmacology & translational science · 2025Article
- Eating behaviors, oral health care knowledge, and oral hygiene practices among residents in Fujian province, China: a cross-sectional study.BMC oral health · 2025Article
- Tooth Wear Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors Among a Small Portuguese Community: A Retrospective Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Article
- Does Mouthwash Use Affect Oral Cancer Risk? A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Cureus · 2025Review
- Are Mouthwashes Really Effective againstJournal of fungi (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Review
- Ingredients in Commercially Available Mouthwashes.International dental journal · 2024Review
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Abstract
Mouthwashes are a very popular additional oral hygiene element and there are plenty of individual products, whose compositions are in a state of flux. The aim of our study was to investigate the compositions of mouthwashes and their functions, as well as to discuss their effectiveness in preventing and curing oral diseases and side effects. We searched for mouthwashes available on the market in Poland. We identified 241 individual mouthwash products. The extraction of compositions was performed and functions of the ingredients were assessed. Then, analysis was performed. The evaluation revealed that there are plenty of ingredients, but a typical mouthwash is a water-glycerine mixture and consists of additional sweetener, surfactant, preservative, and some colourant and flavouring agent, as well as usually having two oral health substances, anticaries sodium fluoride and antimicrobial essential oils. The effectiveness or side effects of several substances of mouthwashes were thoroughly discussed. We recommend not multiplying individual mouthwash products and their ingredients beyond medical or pharmaceutical necessity, especially without scientific proof.
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