As you’ll soon see, there are countless easy things which you can do to look after your mouth, teeth, and gums. I was using it every time after I ate, first thing in the morning, and before bed. The alcohols in Listerine (and in Scope and other store-branded bottles) cause a drying effect in the mouth. Is sugar cane juice bad? This is why biological ionization is important. i bumped into this post while googling..Currently I have this Listerine Natural Green Tea mouthwash which claimed that it does not contains alcohol. It is promoted with the slogan "Kills germs that cause bad breath". You are not a dentist! LISTERINE TOTAL CARE STAIN REMOVER ANTI CAVITY FRESHMINT- sodium fluoride mouthwash Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. The Zero Alcohol Line made me lose skin from inside of my mouth, I lost a good hook up just last night and that’s why I am doing some research. The human body can produce and process aceton but nowhere near the quantities considered to be safe for ethyl alcohol. Everyone is different. Your article (WRITTEN BY ANONYMOUS AUTHORS!) Are you poisoning yourself to get “minty fresh” breath? There are other claims made that are based on some sort of handpicked negative effects that just don’t occur given the concentrations used in mouthwash. I’m 18, a non-smoker, vegan, and I don’t drink. As a still ongoing alcoholic. Commercial mouthwashes are full of toxic chemicals, including ones linked to cancer. Good Show!! DO SOME RESERACH …SMH AT SHEEPLE….. Is Sensodyne mouth rinse a good product to use? I have seen several studies and heard from many professionals (scientists, chemists, etc.) They will give you further instructions. As far as we are concerned, it is the safest mouthwash on the market. Would you mind sharing that research? The quantities used for mouthwash, which is about two teaspoons, is that small, that even the alcohol absorbed through mucous membrane has no intoxicating effect. Labeling a common, globally accepted organic solvent as ethyl alcohol, that has been used in medicine for ages, as noxious and causing cancer is a stretch, non sense. How are we to handle all of this completely opposite information from what are thought to be reputable sources. nonsense touted as the new OneWorld mantra? I have used it for over 40 years as a mouthwash, with NO ill effects, as well as to successfully relieve itchy scalp, insect bites, and the occasional skin rash. by Dr. Marvin | Aug 2, 2008 | Articles, Dr. Marvin's Blog, Product Reviews | 165 comments. The worse news? Will read on…. For the purist in natural living, the question that must be asked is, “Is Listerine still my mouthwash of choice?”. Actually, almost everything you can ingest can be lethal at certain doses (water comes to mind), or if eaten excessively for long periods of time can damage your health somehow. Please bring it back. info@naturaldentistry.us, facebook.com/drmarvinbiodental Biotene products also should be alcohol free. Maybe it is because they are hoping it happens to bring them more patient cases=money. And being a dentist i conclude avoid it, you can go for some non alcoholic brands (NO Name in specific, not doing publicity). i stopped using it for the sole fact that it hurt so much to use. More than likely not(in moderation). What are we to believe. Named after Joseph Lister, who pioneered antiseptic surgery at the Glasgow Royal Infirmary in Scotland, Listerine was developed in 1879 by Joseph Lawrence, a chemist in St. Louis, Missouri.. It also puts holes in the brain and too much fluoride has the great effect of eating away enamel and making your teeth very brittle and spotty. Had been using Listerine for 5, maybe 6 years but have to stop now – the dryness is spreading outside my mouth and doesn’t look nice. It was the only mouthwash available in the UK that wasn’t mint flavoured. Fortunately, the very low level of methyl salicylate in Listerine is non-toxic to dogs. All in all, if we were all to practice moderation in the foods we choose to eat we would do well to ourselves. When you brush after a meal, it will help to remove any food that may have stayed in your teeth. Information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Verizon Media websites and apps. And I haven’t found any related issues on the internet- anyone else have this prob? She knows I have veneers as well and wanted to tell me about several websites from dentists she found that stated that alcohol mouthwash is the worst for the bonding between veneers/crowns and the natural tooth. Alcohol is not the only harmful ingredient in off-the-shelf mouthwashes… you have artificial colorings, flavorings, and sweeteners to watch out for, too. Listerine has been around for decades, but while the company has tried to improve its image by coming out with different flavors, the main ingredients remain the same… with the most noxious and unsafe ingredients being the alcohols. Everyone is different and could be sensitive to any of the ingredients inside the mouthwash. Leaving you with an abundance or excess of certain “good” things and a very disparaging lack of many others. Actually stabilized chlorine dioxide has been used as a mouthwash ingredient for over 40 years. Find out more about how we use your information in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. If you’re still not convinced, read through some of the comments below and discover some real life stories from other readers who have had experiences with Listerine. They coined the term halitosis and exploited peoples insecurities to make a profit. Someone could say chocolate was good for you but if your sugar levels (saliva,urine,blood) are off it could harm you. Also check your diet as bleeding gums is a symptom of poor diet. @doctormarvin the most active) halogens in periodic table do to any substance? The FDA says flouride is safe & necessary for teeth; which we ALL know is BS, a grand LIE, & unecessary to & for human consumption. Of course…to make people buy it and think that they’re not safe. To enable Verizon Media and our partners to process your personal data select 'I agree', or select 'Manage settings' for more information and to manage your choices. The literature actually warns of that. Stay far away from these. Now it has been withdrawn here and it is impossible to find a non mint flavoured mouthwash. Most pet owners are not capable of reading an ingredient list on a drug label to know which active ingredients, or their concentrations, are toxic to pets. But now i know from reading that alcohol based mouthwashes are bad. Your local poison control center can be reached directly by calling the national toll-free Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) from anywhere in the United States.