Table 1: Comparison of Mouthwashes and Rinses by Active Ingredients
| Product | Fluoride | Peroxide | Chlorhexidine | Alcohol-free | ADA Seal of Acceptance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Listerine® Antiseptic Mouthwash | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Listerine® Total Care Zero™ Anticavity Mouthwash | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Listerine® Total Care Anticavity Mouthwash | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| EverSmile® PreOp™ 3.8% Hydrogen Peroxide Pretreatment Rinse | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Nupro® Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse | No | No | Yes | No | No |
| ACT® Kids’ Alcohol-Free Anticavity Fluoride Rinse | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Fresh Breath Lemon Mint Mouthwash | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Crest® Pro-Health™ Extra Deep Clean Rinse | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| CLoSYS® Oral Rinse | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Listerine® Sensitivity Zero Alcohol Mouthwash | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Table 2: Comparison of Mouthwashes and Rinses by Important Features
| Product | Main benefits | Clinical studies | Recommended for | Other features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Listerine® Antiseptic Mouthwash | Reduce plaque and gingivitis, ADA Seal of Acceptance | Shown to reduce 52% more plaque and 21% more gingivitis | Fighting plaque and gingivitis, fresh breath | Widely used and extensively researched |
| Listerine® Total Care Zero™ Anticavity Mouthwash | Prevent cavities, restore enamel, strengthen teeth, kill bad breath germs, freshen breath and fight unsightly plaque above the gum line. | – | All patients, especially those prone to cavities and sensitivity | Protects teeth enamel and fights plaque |
| Listerine® Total Care Anticavity Mouthwash | 50% stronger teeth than brushing alone, prevents cavities, restores minerals to enamel, strengthens teeth, kills bad breath germs, freshens breath, cleans the whole mouth | – | Patients with weak teeth, prone to cavities and sensitivity | Promotes healthy teeth and mouth |
| EverSmile® PreOp™ 3.8% Hydrogen Peroxide Pretreatment Rinse | Disinfects, cleans, and debrides the entire oral cavity prior to dental treatments. | Kills human coronavirus in 15 seconds, exceeds ADA recommendation | Patients undergoing dental treatments | Increases safety for patients and professionals |
| Nupro® Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse | At-home therapy for gingivitis and periodontal disease | Controls bacteria, helps hasten the recovery of gingival irritation and bleeding | Patients with gingivitis and periodontal disease | Promotes faster gingival healing |
| ACT® Kids’ Alcohol-Free Anticavity Fluoride Rinse | Prevents cavities in children |
1. Listerine® Antiseptic Mouthwash by Johnson & Johnson
LISTERINE® Antiseptic Mouthwash:
- It was shown in a clinical study to reduce 52% more plaque and 21% more gingivitis than brushing and flossing alone.
- It is the only nationally branded antimicrobial mouthwash to receive the ADA Seal of Acceptance for fighting plaque and gingivitis.
- Has over 100 years of safe use and 50 years of research, making it the most widely used and extensively researched mouthwash in the U.S.
- “The ADA Council on Scientific Affairs’ Acceptance of Listerine Antiseptic is based on its finding that the product is effective in helping to prevent and reduce gingivitis and plaque above the gumline when used as directed.”
2. Listerine® Total Care Zero™ Anticavity Mouthwash by Johnson & Johnson
Anticavity fluoride mouthwash provides patients with six benefits in 1 rinse. It helps to prevent cavities, restore enamel, strengthen teeth, kill bad breath germs, freshen breath, and fight unsightly plaque above the gum line.
3. Listerine® Total Care Anticavity Mouthwash by Johnson & Johnson
- 50% stronger teeth than brushing alone
- Helps prevent cavities
- Restores minerals to enamel
- Strengthens teeth
- Kills bad breath germs
- Freshens breath
- Cleans the whole mouth
4. EverSmile® PreOp™ 3.8% Hydrogen Peroxide by Everbrands Inc
EverSmile® PreOp™ Pretreatment Rinse is a 3.8% hydrogen peroxide anionic surfactant used to disinfect, clean, and debride the entire oral cavity prior to dental treatments.
- Kills human coronavirus in 15 seconds
- Exceeds ADA recommendation of a 1.5% hydrogen peroxide pretreatment rinse
- Increases dental professional and patient safety
- Ideal for all patients
5. Nupro® Chlorhexidine Gluconate
Nupro® Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse is an at-home therapy for gingivitis and periodontal disease. This treatment is recommended for use as part of a professional program in between dental visits for the treatment of gingivitis.
- Acts to control bacteria and help hasten the recovery of gingival irritation and bleeding
- Promotes faster gingival healing after scaling and root planing, and periodontal surgery
6. ACT® Kids’ Alcohol-Free Anticavity Fluoride Rinse by Chattem Inc
ACT® Kids’ Alcohol-Free Anticavity Fluoride Rinse is a great way to prevent cavities in children over six as their teeth are developing. This rinse strengthens tooth enamel and prevents white spot lesions in teens with braces. It also protects the roots of adult teeth as their gums begin to recede.
7. Fresh Breath Lemon Mint Mouthwash by Oxyfresh Worldwide Inc
Fresh Breath Lemon Mint Mouthwash is specially formulated to prevent the development of and/or remove odor-causing bacteria to produce better-smelling breath. It is ideal for those with moderate to severe chronic halitosis, dry mouth with nonburning oral tissues, chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy, appliances, splints, and removable prosthetics.
- Patented combination of Oxygene® (chlorine dioxide) and zinc
- Clinical and at-home applications
8. Crest® Pro-Health™ Extra Deep Clean Rinse
Extra Deep Clean is an alcohol-free mouth rinse that acts to rid the mouth of a broad range of bacteria that cause plaque, gingivitis and bad breath.
- Protects agains plaque and gingivitis for up to 12 hours
- Kills 99% of germs that cause plaque, gingivitis and bad breath
9. CLoSYS® Oral Rinse by Rowpar Pharmaceuticals
- Kills 99.9% of harmful bacteria in 10 seconds
- No alcohol to burn your mouth
- Works gently but effectively
- Long-lasting breath protection
- Cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) free
- Gluten-free
- A refreshingly clean taste
10. Listerine® Sensitivity Zero Alcohol Mouthwash, Fresh Mint by Johnson & Johnson
Listerine® Sensitivity Zero Alcohol Mouthwash provides 24-hour relief from tooth sensitivity.
- Starts working immediately to prevent tooth sensitivity
- Shields and protects sensitive areas of teeth
- Fresh mint flavor
- FDA approved
