While that minty burn sure seems like it's working, oral hygiene experts explain why that's not what you want in your rinse.

Introduction: Fixed orthodontic appliances facilitate microbial adhesion and plaque accumulation. Although chlorhexidine has proven to be the most effective antiplaque and antigingivitis agent, it has ...

Aloe vera juice contains antioxidants and vitamins that may support your digestive and oral health. However, evidence is early, and side effects can occur.

Garlic extract has been found to offer antimicrobial effects that are on par with commonly used antiseptics and disinfectants such as chlorhexidine, according to medical researchers at the University ...

Amid growing awareness about the long-term consequences of chemical agents like chlorhexidine, people are adopting a unique garlic mouthwash as a more natural remedy to safeguard oral hygiene. The ...

Garlic mouthwash could match chlorhexidine in fighting oral bacteria, finds a new review. A powerful natural alternative for those exploring herbal oral care. (Image: Pexels) When it comes to oral ...

High strength garlic mouthwash performed as well as chlorhexidine in small clinical trials Some studies suggest garlic rinses keep antibacterial effects going for longer than standard products Side ...

Objective: To study the effect of chlorhexidine on elastomeric orthodontic separators (EOS) bacterial-colonisation and gingival-health in Hall technique (HT) patients. Material and Methods: ...

Garlic extract shows clinically meaningful antibacterial effects Chlorhexidine still outperforms garlic for key bacteria like mutans streptococci Side effects like burning and taste changes limit ...

Mouthwash is used every day by many people in order to have fresh breath and proper oral hygiene. Not many people know, though, that when used excessively, it may not only result in mouth problems.