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mouthwash Definition

mouth·wash (mo̵ut̸hwôs̸h′)

noun

a flavored, often antiseptic liquid used for rinsing the mouth or for gargling
mouthwash Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • use: However, many people also use an antiseptic mouthwash each day to help prevent gum disease.
  • make: An infusion of crushed cloves makes a soothing mouthwash.
  • recommend: We recommend warm salty mouthwashes 3 - 4 times a day, as well as normal tooth brushing.
  • prescribe: You may also have medicated mouthwash prescribed to help fight infections in the mouth.
  • floss: Organize them to reflect a naturally occurring sequence - washing hands, brushing teeth, flossing, mouthwash.

Adjective modifier

  • antiseptic: However, many people also use an antiseptic mouthwash each day to help prevent gum disease.
  • good: The best mouthwash is warm ( not hot ) salty water.
  • regular: Regular mouthwashes are important and the nurse will show you how to use these properly.
  • commercial: Avoid using commercial mouthwashes; these can make the problem worse in the long run.
  • effective: Sage and Echinacea tinctures can be used as an effective mouthwash.
  • free: Dentyl pH alcohol free mouthwash has had over 20 years of clinical reasearch.

Modifies a noun

  • sample: Mouthwash samples proved to be an excellent source of DNA for the study.
  • gel: Can be used anytime, To get the best results using conbination with Biotene mouthwash gel and paste.
  • solution: You may be given painkillers, antibiotics and mouthwash solutions to take home.

Noun used with modifier

  • fluoride: Using a good fluoride mouthwash will help gum infections and, if you gargle, it can stop you getting sore throats.
  • chlorhexidine: You can use a chlorhexidine mouthwash every day during the first week after surgery ( you can get these from supermarkets and chemists ).
  • antibacterial: Your dentist may recommend an antibacterial mouthwash to help control plaque and reduce gingivitis ( gum disease ).
  • salt-water: The process can be encouraged by using a hot salt-water mouthwash ( a teaspoon of salt to a cup of water ).

Preposition: after

  • lunch: You may be better using a mouthwash after lunch, my favorite is Listerine ' Cool Citrus ' .

Preposition: for

  • disease: Gum disease and mouth infections A decoction of bark makes a good mouthwash for gum disease, mouth infections and sore throats.

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