Preparations for rinsing tooth

Products for rinsing teeth are part of the Oral hygiene category and are intended for additional cleaning of teeth, gums and interdental spaces. Proper mouth rinsing can be an important part of a daily routine, especially for people who want better plaque control, fresher breath and additional gum protection.

This category includes mouth rinses and oral irrigators. Mouth rinses may help freshen breath and support oral hygiene, while oral irrigators use a water jet to clean between teeth, along the gumline, around dentures, bridges, implants and orthodontic appliances.

Products for rinsing teeth do not replace regular brushing with a toothbrush and toothpaste, but they can be a very useful addition to daily oral hygiene, especially when thorough cleaning of hard-to-reach areas is needed.

Products for rinsing teeth and oral hygiene

When should products for rinsing teeth be used?

• For additional hygiene after brushing
• When fresh breath is needed during the day
• For cleaning interdental spaces and the gumline
• For people with dentures, implants, bridges or orthodontic appliances
• As an addition to a daily oral hygiene routine

Pharmacist advice

Mouth rinses and oral irrigators can be an excellent addition to tooth brushing, but they should not replace a toothbrush, toothpaste and interdental cleaning. An oral irrigator is especially useful for people who have difficulty cleaning between teeth or who have dental restorations. In case of gum bleeding, pain, swelling or persistent bad breath, a dental check-up is recommended.

Advice and useful guides

• Electric toothbrush – how to use it properly
• View the full Oral hygiene category