Regular use of mouthwash is a great habit to get into for continued dental health , but my dentist said something that struck me strange last time I visited. He instructed me to use mouthwash before I brushed, not after. “Before?” I asked. “Are you sure?” Yes, my dentist was sure. He explained that rinsing before you brush loosens food particles and buildup, making brushing even more effective. There’s even a market for the stuff , dubbed “prerinse.” If you’re

a mouthwash-aholic like I am, though, it’s best to choose a brand (like Crest Pro-Health ) with little to no alcohol content since the alcohol can have a drying effect on your mouth. The only downside of the pre- and post-rinse: I still love that just-rinsed feeling after brushing, so I end up using mouthwash both before and after I brush my teeth – which means going through twice as much mouthwash.

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Mouthwash Before You Brush?