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Sustained, daily use of an alcohol-containing mouth wash is a bad idea.
Sour breath odor is intensified by an alcohol-dried irritated mouth.
Many mouth washes contain from 20% to 27% alcohol. (Beer has 6% alcohol; wine has 12.5% alcohol).
In any event, the alcohol irritates the sensitive lining our the mouth an should not be used every day. There are a number of alcohol-free mouth washes-- and here -- and here.
The antibacterial effect of mouth wash lasts about 20 minutes. The bacteria are protected in the gum crevices around and in-between the teeth. The bacteria can hide there unless the seal on these crevices is penetrated by using a Water Pik. The "fresh feeling" is just a feeling -- an illusion of cleanliness -- that last for a short while. Toothbrushing, flossing and/or using the WaterPik are much more effective oral hygiene techniques and much less expensive.
http://soundentistry.com/blogodontics/2009/1/29/mouthwash-linked-to-cancer.html
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Posted by Ayse
Hello!
I just started using a pre-brush rinse that contains peroxide and alcohol. Could this be harmful to the gumline? I do not have very healthy gums to start with. I do not want to harm them further.The product details are: Rinse your way to a whiter smile with LISTERINE® WHITENING® Pre-Brush Rinse. Rinsing before you brush means a brighter, more confident smile. It's that easy. The dynamic foaming action of LISTERINE® WHITENING® bursts into action, penetrating teeth to help prevent stain buildup and whiten your smile. And because it's from the makers of LISTERINE® Antiseptic, it kills bad breath germs, too. Available in a great-tasting Clean Mint flavor. Thanks,Alice