With 4 essential oils (Methyl Salicylate, Eucalyptol, Thymol & Menthol)
Helps deliver over 5x more plaque free sites than mechanical methods alone 2
Reduces subgingival organisms known to cause gingivitis and periodontitis by up to 76.6% compared to a negative control3
Reduces interproximal plaque by 28.4% vs brushing and flossing alone *4
Reduces interproximal plaque above the gumline by 4.6x vs floss**5
Contains Zinc chloride
Helps inhibit tartar formation by 21% more than brushing alone6
For patients 12 years of age and older
Also available with 0% alcohol as Listerine Total Care Milder Taste (For patients 12 years of age and older).
*Sustained plaque reduction above the gumline with continual twice daily use for 12 weeks after a dental cleaning. Flossing underwent once daily supervision on weekdays. Use LISTERINE® as part of a 3-step routine.
**Sustained plaque reduction above the gumline with continual twice daily use for 12 weeks after a dental cleaning. Flossing was performed by a dental hygienist.
References:
1. Zero D et al. The remineralizing effect of an essential oil fluoride mouth rinse in an intraoral caries test. JADA. 2004: 231-7
2. Araujo M et al,. (2015) Meta-analysis of the effect of an essential oil-containing mouth rinse on gingivitis and plaque. The Journal of the American Dental Association. 146 (8): 610-622
3. Fine DH et al., J Periodontology (2007);78(10:1935-42..
4. Milleman J., et al Journal of Dental Hygiene (2022);96(3):21-34
5. Bosma ML. et al., Journal of Dental Hygiene (2022);96(3):8-20.
6. Charles, C.H et al. Anticalculus efficacy of an antiseptic mouthrinse containing zinc chloride. JADA 2001. 132:95-99
