Listerine Antiseptic Mouthwash, Cool Mint 1.5 Lt
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Product Reviews of Listerine Antiseptic Mouthwash, Cool Mint 1.5 Lt
Product Review: DON'T use this if you have sensitive teeth
Summary: 1 Stars
I have sensitive teeth; last year, I had the unfortunate idea of using Listerine mouthwash (just because I saw a TV advert for it). Well, after using it for a couple of times only, I had the very unpleasant surprise to find my teeth had become very sensitive and slightly more transparent near the edge (maybe because I had used it together with a strong toothpaste like Fluocaril Bi-Fluoré).
Now my teeth have become so sensitive that I cannot stand hot or cold drinks, or eat certain foods any longer (peaches, let alone lemon or vinegar), and are painful in the cold season.
Even one and a half year on, the problem is still there, and has worsened if possible.
I don't know what kind of damage this mouthwash caused to me, but I wouldn't recommend this to anyone, plus, I am very disappointed because it should have at least a warning on the box that it's not recommended for people who have sensitive teeth.
So, don't be fooled by the ads and DON'T BUY IT if you have sensitive teeth.
Product Review: I love the smell of mouthwash in the morning :)
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm using either the Fresh Burst or the Cool Mint flavors. I can't say that I get fresh breath all day long just because I rise with Listerine twice a day but the mouthwash combined with some good toothbrushing - Sonicare has been my favorite tool for the past 10 years or so - and with a couple of extra Listerine Pocketpaks does keep me confidently fresh.
All I can say is that I miss the mouthwash in the morning if I'm away and I forget to bring some along.
1.5L size is the right size to use at home, by the way.
Product Review: Kills Bacteria, But Also Possibly Lips!
Summary: 4 Stars
About four years ago, I began using Listerine mouthwash on a regular basis, gargling and rinsing with it every night. During those four years, I swore by the product, as I never had any sore throats or illnesses due to oral bacteria.
Just a few months ago, however, I began to develop terrible chapped/cracking lips, sometimes to the point of looking infected and peeling. I couldn't understand what was going on, and thus used Listerine even more, to which the chapped lips only worsened. Only after going on a two-week vacation (on which I forgot to bring my Listerine) did my lips finally start to heal. As soon as I started using the Listerine again, though, the chapped lips came back again. So, after multiple trials and errors, I am now convinced that the Listerine was actually CAUSING the chapped lips, a phenomenon not too uncommon in the dental world.
Now, my guess is that most people's lips are not adversely affected by this product, or it wouldn't be as popular as it is, but I just wanted to give a word of warning to the matter. If you start developing chapped lips sometime after using this product, you may now know what is causing your dilemma.
Product Review: Listerine certainly helped my gum disease and sore-throat to recover
Summary: 5 Stars
I have to say that Listerine certainly helped my gum disease to recover, and my chronic sore-throat problem to get better. Having tonsilitis since childhood, it became chronic and my tonsils had to be removed when I was 22 yrs. old. Otherwise, I was getting sick all the time and using antibiotics frequently. Thinking the problem was sold, this time farengitis (itchy sore throat) started to take over.
About 10 years ago my dentist suggested to use Listerine for my gum disease (gingivitis). After that day, I started to gargle with a very small amount every night before going to bed. So, only once a day... Since then my gums and sensitive teeth feel much better, inflammations heel quickly, and I don't get much sore throat anymore.
Maybe it's not for every mouth, but it certainly worked for me. So, everyone should consult their dentist before using it, and be the judge of their own health.
Product Review: TOO MUCH alcohol!
Summary: 1 Stars
Also as a dental professional, I would have to disagree with the author that wrote "Listerine is a Great Product to Keep your Teeth and Gums Healthy". True, Listerine does kill bacteria and organisms that cause many oral issues, however, it's effectiveness does not last as long as you may think, at most 1-2 hours after rinsing. Listerine has been shown to cause xerostomia or dry mouth due to its high alcohol content (26.9% - highest of all rinses), which can cause an increase in bacteria growth. If you already have dry mouth, Listerine will exacerbate your condition.
Xerostomia can also increase your chances of cavities. Whenever you eat or drink something that's acidic, saliva acts as a buffer and reduce the acidity making your mouth basic again - which is good. Acid etches teeth creating pores in your enamel, thus, weaken your teeth. If your mouth is constantly acidic throughout the day, your chances of developing cavities is much higher. The alcohol content of Listerine can also weaken your tooth color fillings.
Healthy teeth and gums are the result of good oral hygiene practices. Which include brushing and flossing correctly. Brushing your teeth with Listerine in place of your tooth paste is not recommended. You don't have to brush with tooth paste, water alone will do the job just fine, however, tooth paste has fluoride that your teeth need to help strengthen your teeth on a daily basis. It's effectiveness is based upon your brushing time. The recommended brushing time with or without fluoride is at least 2 minutes.
The author states that Listerine can reduce your colds and flues. Personal hygiene habits will help you prevent this. You can also prevent colds and flues by washing your hands well before you use them to put anything in your mouth.
If you absolutely love this stuff and must use it, please only rinse after you brush and use it at minimal. Again, the alcohol in Listerine will etch your teeth leaving them porous for a while and if you brush, you will be removing a micro layer of your enamel.
It has been recommended that recovering alcoholics should not use this product due to it's high alcohol content.
I do not recommended this product. If you want to freshen your breath, Breath RX does a wonderful job.