Commonly called mouthwash, oral rinses are a regular part of the home care routine for many patients. Most oral rinses are antibacterial and they are designed to help patients fight gingivitis and periodontal problems. While many mouthwashes are available over the counter, professional strength rinses are available for patients who need a more intense hygiene program. Some rinses contain alcohol and many of the prescription rinses feature chlorhexidine. It’s a good idea to be ready to recommend an oral rinse patients can purchase themselves as well as to have a go to prescription strength rinse for those patients who need it.
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| Company | Oxyfresh | DenMat | Chattem Inc. | Nu Skin | Biotene |
| Item | Oxyfresh Mouth Rinse | Hydrogen Peroxide Oral Rinse | ACT Anticavity Rinse | AP-24 Anti-Plaque Fluoride Mouthwash | Biotene Mouthwash |
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| Description | Oxyfresh Mouthrinses contain the exclusive proprietary ingredient Oxygene, which safely and completely destroys odors that cause bad breath at their | This hydrogen peroxide oral rinse is formulated with 1.5% hydrogen peroxide and xylitol to reduce bacteria in the mouth. | Act Anticavity rinse is clinically proven to strengthen teeth and prevent tooth decay and contains the maximum amount of fluoride available in rinse | AP-24 Anti-Plaque Mouthwash fights plaque with patented AP-24 technology and no harmful alcohols. Leaves a long, lasting fresh, clean mouth. | Biotène Mouthwash is especially beneficial to individuals experiencing Dry Mouth or having oral irritations. Unlike some harsh mouthwashes that can |
| Quantity | 473 mL (16 ounces)
3.78 L (1 gallon)
12 Pack (118 mL) (4 ounces) - 12 pack | The rinse comes in large half-gallon and gallon bottles with dispensing pumps for easy chairside application before and after treatment. It also comes in a 16 oz. size that patients can take home. | 532 mL (18 ounces) | Bottle (500 mL) (16.9 ounces) | Bottle (473 mL) (16 ounces) |
| Antibacterial | No | Not Available | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flavors Available | Fresh Mint
Lemon | Features a fresh mint flavor and is sweetened with xylitol to help keep a neutral pH level in the mouth and prevent bacteria from sticking to teeth. | Mint
Bubble Gum
Cinnamon
Berry | Vanilla Mint | Natural Peppermint |
| Alcohol Content | None | Alcohol-free | None | None | None |
| Fluoride Content | None | Not Available | 0.05% | 0.02% | None |
| Whitening Ability | No | No | No | No | No |
| Other Components | Water
Xylitol
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Sodium Chlorite
Zinc Acetate
Natural Flavor
Essential Oils (Lemon, Orange, Grapefruit, Bergamot, Lime, Speramint)
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Sucralose
Sodium Citrate
Citric Acid
Sodium Hydroxide | The release of oxygen creates a foaming action that helps to inhibit bacteria growth, remove debris and heal minor mouth irritations. | Calcium Disodium EDTA
Cetylpyridinium Chloride
Disodium Phosphate
Flavor
Menthol
Methyl Salicylate
Poloxamer 407
Polysorbate 20
Potassium Sorbate
Propylene Glycol
Sodium Benzoate
Sodium Phosphate
Sodium Saccharin
Sorbitol
Water | Water
Sorbitol
Glycerin
Poloxamer 338
Poloxamer 407
Dimethicone
Sodium Phosphate
Phosphoric Acid
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Saccharin
Sodium Benzoate
Flavor (aroma) | Lysozyme (40 mg)
Lactoferrin (15 mg)
Glucose Oxidase (2,500 units)
Lactoperoxidase (2,500 units)
Xylitol
Hydrogenated Starch
Propylene Glycol
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Aloe Vera
Natural Peppermint
Poloxamer 407
Calcium Lactate
Sodium Benzoate
Benzoic Acid |
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