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[donaldbathe]

Would most dentists agree its ok to use listerine in the morning after brushing and then use act mouthwash immediately right after using listerine? Would most dentists say its ok to do so? What would most dentists say in this case? Would they agree or not in this case?

 

[Kiper the lab guy]

Using Listerine and ACT mouthwash back-to-back is generally not recommended by most dentists(I'm not a dentist obviously, I worked with them and they always educate me about various oral healthy things). While both products have their benefits, using them consecutively can lead to potential issues.

Here’s what most dentists(from what I knew) would likely say about this practice: Listerine contains antimicrobial agents (e.g., essential oils, alcohol) that kill bacteria and reduce plaque. ACT mouthwash contains fluoride, which helps strengthen enamel and prevent cavities. Using both in quick succession can overwhelm your mouth with active ingredients, potentially causing irritation or dryness.

Rinsing Away Fluoride:If you use Listerine first and then ACT, you might rinse away the fluoride from ACT before it has a chance to fully benefit your teeth. Fluoride works best when it can sit on your teeth for a while, so it’s better to use it alone or after brushing without rinsing it away immediately.

Risk of Dry Mouth: Listerine (especially the alcohol-based versions) can dry out your mouth, which reduces saliva flow. Saliva is essential for neutralizing acids and protecting your teeth. Using ACT immediately after might not fully counteract the drying effect of Listerine.

 

[donaldbathe]

Using Listerine and ACT mouthwash back-to-back is generally not recommended by most dentists(I'm not a dentist obviously, I worked with them and they always educate me about various oral healthy things). While both products have their benefits, using them consecutively can lead to potential issues.

Here’s what most dentists(from what I knew) would likely say about this practice: Listerine contains antimicrobial agents (e.g., essential oils, alcohol) that kill bacteria and reduce plaque. ACT mouthwash contains fluoride, which helps strengthen enamel and prevent cavities. Using both in quick succession can overwhelm your mouth with active ingredients, potentially causing irritation or dryness.

Rinsing Away Fluoride:If you use Listerine first and then ACT, you might rinse away the fluoride from ACT before it has a chance to fully benefit your teeth. Fluoride works best when it can sit on your teeth for a while, so it’s better to use it alone or after brushing without rinsing it away immediately.

Risk of Dry Mouth: Listerine (especially the alcohol-based versions) can dry out your mouth, which reduces saliva flow. Saliva is essential for neutralizing acids and protecting your teeth. Using ACT immediately after might not fully counteract the drying effect of Listerine.

Look at this if you dont believe me then,

 

[donaldbathe]

Using Listerine and ACT mouthwash back-to-back is generally not recommended by most dentists(I'm not a dentist obviously, I worked with them and they always educate me about various oral healthy things). While both products have their benefits, using them consecutively can lead to potential issues.

Here’s what most dentists(from what I knew) would likely say about this practice: Listerine contains antimicrobial agents (e.g., essential oils, alcohol) that kill bacteria and reduce plaque. ACT mouthwash contains fluoride, which helps strengthen enamel and prevent cavities. Using both in quick succession can overwhelm your mouth with active ingredients, potentially causing irritation or dryness.

Rinsing Away Fluoride:If you use Listerine first and then ACT, you might rinse away the fluoride from ACT before it has a chance to fully benefit your teeth. Fluoride works best when it can sit on your teeth for a while, so it’s better to use it alone or after brushing without rinsing it away immediately.

Risk of Dry Mouth: Listerine (especially the alcohol-based versions) can dry out your mouth, which reduces saliva flow. Saliva is essential for neutralizing acids and protecting your teeth. Using ACT immediately after might not fully counteract the drying effect of Listerine.

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[Kiper the lab guy]

Well, with all due respect, it’s worth noting that this advice might not align with what most dentists typically recommend. They might believe that using both mouthwashes sequentially provides the antibacterial benefits of Listerine and the fluoride protection of ACT in one routine. And it's convenience, It’s a quick way to address multiple oral health concerns (e.g., bacteria, plaque, and enamel strengthening) in a single step. Also they may think that enough fluoride from ACT remains on your teeth even after using Listerine first.
If your dentist is someone you trust and they’ve explained why this routine works, it’s okay to follow their recommendation. They may have a specific rationale based on their experience or the latest research. However, the majority of dental professionals would recommend using one mouthwash at a time or spacing them out to maximize the benefits of each product. Test their routine for a few weeks and see how it feels. If you notice improvements (e.g., fresher breath, fewer cavities), it might be working for you. Alternatively, try using one mouthwash at a time or spacing them out and compare the results. Just my two cents.

 

[donaldbathe]

Well, with all due respect, it’s worth noting that this advice might not align with what most dentists typically recommend. They might believe that using both mouthwashes sequentially provides the antibacterial benefits of Listerine and the fluoride protection of ACT in one routine. And it's convenience, It’s a quick way to address multiple oral health concerns (e.g., bacteria, plaque, and enamel strengthening) in a single step. Also they may think that enough fluoride from ACT remains on your teeth even after using Listerine first.
If your dentist is someone you trust and they’ve explained why this routine works, it’s okay to follow their recommendation. They may have a specific rationale based on their experience or the latest research. However, the majority of dental professionals would recommend using one mouthwash at a time or spacing them out to maximize the benefits of each product. Test their routine for a few weeks and see how it feels. If you notice improvements (e.g., fresher breath, fewer cavities), it might be working for you. Alternatively, try using one mouthwash at a time or spacing them out and compare the results. Just my two cents.

A long time ago like 30 years ago 2 in 1 mouthwashes didnt exist like today! Listerine was only for gingivitis and bad breath! Act was only for cavities! So, what youre telling me is that the majority of dentists wouldnt recommend using listerine in the morning after brushing and then after that immediately rinsing with act if this was 30 years ago? Did i understand you correctly? I only ask because i called listerine and they told me that like 30 years ago they wouldnt have recommended to use listerine after brushing in the morning and then right after that to immediately use act!!!!! I called act and they told me that one should use act first and then right after that to immediately use listerine, which contradicts what these dentists are saying!!!! Whom should we believe then? Who has greater credibility in this case???? Will a majority vote prevail??? Everyone cant be right at the same time!!!!

 

[Kiper the lab guy]

A long time ago like 30 years ago 2 in 1 mouthwashes didnt exist like today! Listerine was only for gingivitis and bad breath! Act was only for cavities! So, what youre telling me is that the majority of dentists wouldnt recommend using listerine in the morning after brushing and then after that immediately rinsing with act if this was 30 years ago? Did i understand you correctly? I only ask because i called listerine and they told me that like 30 years ago they wouldnt have recommended to use listerine after brushing in the morning and then right after that to immediately use act!!!!! I called act and they told me that one should use act first and then right after that to immediately use listerine, which contradicts what these dentists are saying!!!! Whom should we believe then? Who has greater credibility in this case???? Will a majority vote prevail??? Everyone cant be right at the same time!!!!

Mouthwash formulations and recommendations have changed over the decades, Companies like Listerine and ACT know their products but might also have marketing influences in their advice. Research-Based Evidence Matters Most. And the strongest consensus today suggests fluoride works best when it has time to stay on the teeth without being rinsed away too soon. Majority Vote is NOT necessarily, science evolves, and expert opinions sometimes differ. What works best might depend on an individual’s needs (gingivitis vs. cavity prevention). There’s no single absolute right answer—just different schools of thought. What works for one person might not work for another. Your oral health needs, habits, and preferences play a role in determining the best routine. While most dentists would recommend using one mouthwash at a time or spacing them out, your dentist’s advice should take precedence if they’ve assessed your specific situation.
If you want to follow what some dentists (and that website) say—using them back-to-back—it’s not necessarily wrong, but it might not be the best way to optimize fluoride absorption. So, while everyone can’t be right at the same time, the most logical and research-backed approach today is spacing them apart rather than using them immediately one after the other.

 

[donaldbathe]

Mouthwash formulations and recommendations have changed over the decades, Companies like Listerine and ACT know their products but might also have marketing influences in their advice. Research-Based Evidence Matters Most. And the strongest consensus today suggests fluoride works best when it has time to stay on the teeth without being rinsed away too soon. Majority Vote is NOT necessarily, science evolves, and expert opinions sometimes differ. What works best might depend on an individual’s needs (gingivitis vs. cavity prevention). There’s no single absolute right answer—just different schools of thought. What works for one person might not work for another. Your oral health needs, habits, and preferences play a role in determining the best routine. While most dentists would recommend using one mouthwash at a time or spacing them out, your dentist’s advice should take precedence if they’ve assessed your specific situation.
If you want to follow what some dentists (and that website) say—using them back-to-back—it’s not necessarily wrong, but it might not be the best way to optimize fluoride absorption. So, while everyone can’t be right at the same time, the most logical and research-backed approach today is spacing them apart rather than using them immediately one after the others

Mouthwash formulations and recommendations have changed over the decades, Companies like Listerine and ACT know their products but might also have marketing influences in their advice. Research-Based Evidence Matters Most. And the strongest consensus today suggests fluoride works best when it has time to stay on the teeth without being rinsed away too soon. Majority Vote is NOT necessarily, science evolves, and expert opinions sometimes differ. What works best might depend on an individual’s needs (gingivitis vs. cavity prevention). There’s no single absolute right answer—just different schools of thought. What works for one person might not work for another. Your oral health needs, habits, and preferences play a role in determining the best routine. While most dentists would recommend using one mouthwash at a time or spacing them out, your dentist’s advice should take precedence if they’ve assessed your specific situation.
If you want to follow what some dentists (and that website) say—using them back-to-back—it’s not necessarily wrong, but it might not be the best way to optimize fluoride absorption. So, while everyone can’t be right at the same time, the most logical and research-backed approach today is spacing them apart rather than using them immediately one after the other.

I tried contacting dr ellie phillips who developed this formula with denton smile dentistry but she has never replied back!!!! Seems fishy but what also seems fishy is that theyre telling people to use another rinse apart from these two!!! They also say to use crest toothpaste only!!! So the strongest consensus would agree to use act right after brushing but alone then? Then where do dentists determine to use listerine and then right after act? How are they able to determine this then? What they advise seems kind of fishy! Does this make sense?? Its somewhat unorthodox to use listerine in the morning right after brushing and then immediately right after that use act cavity mouthwash! You know what im saying? Do you think denton dentist advice is good or bad? Another dentist on this forum told me that using listerine and then right after act might diminish act's effectiveness in fighting cavities vs using act alone so it can work 100%... something else, i havent come across other dentists who will corroborate what denton smiles is saying....

 

[Kiper the lab guy]

Sorry, I don't want to judge about any other clinics strategy or opinion, and it's like I said before, there is no absolutely right answer, I only can say if I had to bet on what most dentists and researchers support, I’d say:
Use Listerine in the morning, if needed
Use ACT at night, alone, after brushing
Don’t mix the two immediately.
That's all bro, just my two cents.

 

[donaldbathe]

Sorry, I don't want to judge about any other clinics strategy or opinion, and it's like I said before, there is no absolutely right answer, I only can say if I had to bet on what most dentists and researchers support, I’d say:
Use Listerine in the morning, if needed
Use ACT at night, alone, after brushing
Don’t mix the two immediately.
That's all bro, just my two cents.

Look at this, https://www.dentistry-forums.com/threads/cavities.29698/#post-138723

Another dentist is saying what youre telling me...

 

[donaldbathe]

So if theres no absolute right answer, what do you mean? Shouldnt there be a standard that will be undisputable? A general rule of thumb?

 

[donaldbathe]

So how could we get both benefits at once like 30 years ago when 2 in 1 didnt exist then? What denton smiles said i would take with a grain of salt... just my opinion.

Sorry, I don't want to judge about any other clinics strategy or opinion, and it's like I said before, there is no absolutely right answer, I only can say if I had to bet on what most dentists and researchers support, I’d say:
Use Listerine in the morning, if needed
Use ACT at night, alone, after brushing
Don’t mix the two immediately.
That's all bro, just my two cents.

Sorry, I don't want to judge about any other clinics strategy or opinion, and it's like I said before, there is no absolutely right answer, I only can say if I had to bet on what most dentists and researchers support, I’d say:
Use Listerine in the morning, if needed
Use ACT at night, alone, after brushing
Don’t mix the two immediately.
That's all bro, just my two cents.

 

[Kiper the lab guy]

So if theres no absolute right answer, what do you mean? Shouldnt there be a standard that will be undisputable? A general rule of thumb?

Why I'm saying there is no absolute right answer, because this is how things work bro, even 1+1 not equal to 2 everytime, it can equal to 10 when in binary system, you're asking "what most dentists would say" so that's what I'm telling you what most dentists would say as far as I know, regardless why denton smile telling me the other, if you really do want to find out what's the best outcome for you, then try it for yourself of these two different method.