Mouthwash Facts In Carlsbad | La Costa Dental Excellence

Hi, I am Doctor Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth. Thanks for visiting my La Costa Dental Excellence blog. In today’s post I would like to discuss mouthwash. Many California residents use mouthwash to freshen their breath and help retard tooth decay. Mouthwash should never be used exclusively though, good oral hygiene starts with thorough tooth brushing and flossing. Mouthwash is an optional tool in your dental hygiene tool box.

It is important for California residents to know what kind of mouthwash they are using. Some mouthwashes merely mask bad breath while others help reduce the bacteria that causes plaque and bad breath.

If you are one of the Carlsbad residents that suffer from bad breath it is important to choose a mouthwash that contains ingredients that help prevent tooth decay such as fluoride. But California men and women also need to use caution when using mouthwashes because many of the ingredients are dangerous when the recommended amount of mouthwash is exceeded.

Some of the poisonous components are chlorhexidine gluconate, ethanol, hydrogen peroxide, and methyl salicylate. If you experience throat pain, vomiting, headache, or abdominal pain after using mouthwash, seek medical help immediately. The National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can answer questions about mouthwash ingredients.

At La Costa Dental Excellence we want everyone to have great-smelling breath, but to use caution when treating their bad breath. Make sure to read your mouthwash label and follow all instructions given.

In addition to preventative dental care, La Costa Dental Excellence offers a wide range of cosmetic dentistry procedures. If you are a resident anxious to have a whiter, brighter smile talk to La Costa Dental Excellence about teeth whitening. La Costa Dental Excellence also provides sedation dentistry and cosmetic dentistry.

At La Costa Dental Excellence we have been improving the smiles of residents in Carlsbad, San Marcos, and the surrounding areas since 1988. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.