Mouthwash
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Mouthwash, mouth rinse, oral rinse, or mouth bath is a liquid which is held in the mouth passively or swirled around the mouth by contraction of the perioral muscles and/or movement of the head, and m
An amount of mouthwash suitable for rinsing, poured into the cap of a bottle
Listerine advertisement, 1932
Swedish ad for toiletries, 1905/1906
An example of a commercial mouthwash brand which is alcohol-free
Dental floss
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Dental floss is a cord of thin filaments, typically made of nylon or silk, used in interdental cleaning to remove food and dental plaque from between teeth or places a toothbrush has difficulty reachi
Mouthwash
…cavities, gingivitis, and bad breath. It is, however, generally agreed that the use of mouthwash does not eliminate the need for both brushing and flossing. The American Dental Association asserts that regular brushing and proper flossing are enough in most cases, in addition to regular dental check-ups…
A picture demonstrating the use of floss to remove dental plaque between the teeth
Dental floss (waxed)
left: floss molded in disposable prongs, top: 135° handle, bottom: 90° handle
Powered flosser