Miami Beach Dentist Discusses How to Choose a Mouth Rinse That's Right for You

There are many choices of mouth rinse products available

today. Which one is right for you? 

There are many choices of mouth wash available today, with many colors and many flavors, and all have different claims. Anti-plaque, anti-gingivitis, alcohol-free — your pharmacy’s oral health section has dozens of mouth rinse products to choose from, all promising to protect your teeth and gums and freshen your breath.But how can you know which claims are true? And do you really need to use a mouth rinse — or is good brushing and flossing enough? 

Here’s what you should know when shopping for a mouth rinse. 

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Mouth Rinse to Freshen Your Breath

Many cosmetic rinses reduce mouth odors, or halitosis, according to Miami Beach Dentist, Dr. Mereos. Some do kill bacteria for a short time, but there is no lasting health impact that you could attribute to them. The bacteria killed by these types of mouth rinses will grow back eventually, and while you’ll have fresh and minty breath in the short-term, these rinses don’t actually improve your oral health. In other words, they do make your breath smell good, but, they don't necessarily offer any long-term dental health benefits.

Anti-Plaque or Anti-Gingivitis Mouth Rinses

For average adults, it’s a good idea to include this kind this type of rinse with your daily brushing and flossing, according to Dr. Mereos. Anti-plaque and anti-gingivitis mouth rinses can give a boost to your dental care habits by killing potentially damaging bacteria since we don’t always do as good a job with these tasks as we should. 

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Always look for mouth rinses that have the American Dental Association (ADA) seal of approval. This means that the claims made on the bottle have been verified by an independent scientific body. These rinses work by killing a different spectrum of bacteria than the breath-freshening rinses. They fight a wider spectrum of bacteria that can cause gum disease. However, for people with more serious oral health concerns, your dentist can prescribe stronger prescription strength mouth rinses. These rinses are available by prescription only, and fight advanced plaque and gingivitis. They will also help to keep inflammation down and promote healthy gums.  Mouth rinses do serve a purpose, whether to freshen your breath or help fight plaque and gingivitis. But, mouth rinses are not a substitute for regular and effective brushing and flossing.

Dr. Mereos has more than 15 years of experience in dentistry. Dr. Isidoros Mereos offers Miami residents quality dental services ranging from cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, to implant dentistry and more. Dental cosmetic procedures such as teeth whitening, bonding, veneers, dental implants are all carried out in a relaxed and caring environment in their comfortable state-of-the-art office.

Dr. Mereos's patients say he is friendly and comforting and always happy to take the time to answer any questions.

The Precious Smiles team looks forward to meeting with you and developing a plan tailored to meet your individual needs. "We take pride in helping our patients achieve the best results in the least amount of time possible."

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You can make an appointment with our cosmetic dentist by calling our friendly staff at (305) 532-9114 or by visiting http://www.precioussmiles.com. Please don't hesitate to contact Precious Smiles if you have any questions about cosmetic dentistry, veneers, Invisalign, tooth whitening, or dental implants.

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Precious Smiles Cosmetic Dentistry Center -Miami Beach
http://www.precioussmiles.com
(305) 532-9114
1315 Alton Rd.
Miami Beach, Fl 33139

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