Comments on: Listerine: Not Worth The Trouble

By: Wava

Wava — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:17:05 +0000

My dentist recommended Listerine mouthwash and I purchased the new purple bottle. Within 1 1/2 week of regular use… all food tastes have changed or disappeared….and when I looked in the mirror last night.. I had a HAIRY TONGUE!! I am heading to the dentist after school today!!! I most definitely will stop using the purple bottle.. just not sure now what is most effective and safe to use!!!

By: Dr. Marvin

Dr. Marvin — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:45:56 +0000

If this started happening as soon as you started using the mouthwash, I would suggest you stop using it to see if the situation reverses itself. It could be the mouthwash, you could be sick, or it could be an allergic reaction to something you ate. Start with the mouthwash and see what happens. Good luck!

By: Susie

Susie — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:30:33 +0000

I am using salt water..i.e., put some salt in the tab water, for mouthwash.
It kills the bad breath and stops the bleeding.

By: kathryn

kathryn — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:24:17 +0000

Hi! I just started using Listerine Whitening and my mouth and gums are killing me. Currently, half of my mouth feels like it’s covered in sores and it hurts so bad to floss my bottom 4 molars. (I floss 2+ times a day so my gums are very healthy and never bleed or get inflamed). Is it possible this mouthwash is the culprit? Yesterday, my face was throbbing which I attributed to a cold sore but now I’m not so sure. Thank you!

By: Andre

Andre — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:42:11 +0000

I am very sensitive for alcohol it gives me irregular heartbeat I Have used Listerine only two times and my irregular heartbeat has started again
I think I will stay away from it now.

By: nate

nate — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 19:09:00 +0000

hi doc
i been using the market brands such as listerine qnd crest ever since i knew about mouthwash which had been about 8 years now. i didnt know about all these harmful effects caused from listerine and such. i began flossing two weeks ago and my gum bleeds so i use market branded mouthwash to stop the bleed after floss and i also have gingivites i believe its where your gum decreases in lenght and revealing further of the teeth. my teeth is also yellow and i do like to whiten them. also i used to have a crown on a tooth far inside my mouth, however the crown came off and i dont know what to do, it came off for about three years and was in place for about 8 months. so my question is what would you recommend in toothpaste, mouthwash, and how should i remove my gingivites maybe those waterpak. ps i dont have insurance for dental care : ( so i will need manual things to recover my teeth

By: Camille

Camille — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:34:11 +0000

I have decided to go Organic… Alzheimers disease runs rampant on my moms side and I m starting with casual signs at 43…What do you recommend for toothpast and mouthwash, organic wise?

By: Callum

Callum — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:21:00 +0000

Hi, I am really eager to whiten my teeth and wanted to know what DIY whitening kits you’d recommend? E.g- boots whitening kits, crest strips etc etc. I’ve use PlusWhite from the USA that I got sent over and it did work! It used peroxide and my gums felt sensitive after but I think that was because the mouth shield was a one for all fit and wasn’t very close fitting to my teeth. What are the crest whitening strips like? Also I’ve read through ALL of the comments on here and I use Listering.. I originally was using Dentyl which I loved and recently have switched. Is Dentyl good and if not which ones would you recommend in the U.K? Would love to hear from you! Many thanks

By: Dr. Marvin

Dr. Marvin — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 23:09:57 +0000

The dryness is most likely caused by the alcohol. Before using the alcohol-free type, check out some of the other comments on this post to see what others think about Listerine. As for toothpaste, check out our list of toothpastes for some good options: What's the Best Toothpaste?. As for the whitening strips, I'm not sure how safe they are, but I haven't heard of patients getting great results. If you really want white, clean teeth, visit a holistic dentist and see what he/she recommends for you in particular.

By: Dr. Marvin

Dr. Marvin — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 23:06:24 +0000

I haven’t taken a close look at it, but my first question would be “what are they using to dye the food particles and is it healthy?” Sorry I don’t have more information. Perhaps someone else on the website will have more information, though.