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Is Mouthwash Necessary?

Sycamore Hills Dentistry logoIf you take a stroll through the dental health aisle at your local drug store, you are bound to notice the multitude of options when it comes to mouthwash. This wide array of choices may cause you to question whether mouthwash is a necessary part of oral health. The short answer is that, no, mouthwash is not necessary. However, the longer answer is a bit more detailed. 

Your dentist encourages you to brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss every single day, but if you are not doing both of those then your mouth could probably benefit from rinsing with mouthwash. Each day, your mouth is home to millions of bacteria that produce acids and cause destruction to your teeth and gums. If you are not avidly flossing and brushing your teeth every day, you are allowing bacteria to build up inside your mouth and wreak havoc. While nothing can take the place of brushing and flossing your teeth on a daily basis, mouthwash can benefit your oral health. 

Choosing a mouthwash that has an American Dental Association seal of approval is incredibly important. This mouthwash has been proven to fight cavities and prevent gum disease inside the mouth. Those who are more susceptible to developing cavities, who have a genetic predisposal to oral health issues, and those who are not adamant about making their oral health a priority can all benefit from rinsing their mouth with an antibacterial mouthwash.

Pregnant women should also be advised about the benefits of using mouthwash throughout their entire pregnancies. During pregnancy the huge rise in hormones makes a woman’s mouth incredibly vulnerable to gum disease. Gum disease has been linked as a direct cause for miscarriage, preterm labor, and low birth weight babies. Even women who do floss and brush daily will benefit from using mouthwash throughout their pregnancies as a precautionary element. 

While most dentists would not label mouthwash as “necessary,” there is no disputing the benefits that it can have for those who are predisposed to cavities and/or who lack initiative in their oral health care routine. If you would like to learn more about the benefits of mouthwash, contact Sycamore Hills Dentistry today.

 

Posted on behalf of Sycamore Hills Dentistry