LISTERINE^® Antiseptic Usage

• Can patients with composite resin restorations use LISTERINE^® Antiseptic?

  Q: Can patients with composite resin restorations use LISTERINE^®Antiseptic?

  A: The safety of LISTERINE^® Antiseptic was evaluated in a controlled in vitro study to determine the effect, if any, of an alcohol-containing mouthrinse on composite resin dental restorative materials. Groups of 10 resin specimens, each 6mm by 3mm, were exposed to LISTERINE^® Antiseptic or a water control for 30 seconds twice daily for 180 days. Although all specimens' hardness was diminished over time, there were no significant differences in hardness between LISTERINE^® Antiseptic and the water control. This study demonstrates that the use of an alcohol-containing mouthrinse poses no increased risk for patients with composite resins.
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• Can I dilute LISTERINE^® Antiseptic with water before I swish it in my mouth?

  Q: Can I dilute LISTERINE^® Antiseptic with water before I swish it in my mouth?

  A: Diluting LISTERINE^® Antiseptic is not recommended because it reduces the effectiveness of the product.
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• Does the alcohol in LISTERINE^® Antiseptic lead to mouth cancer?

  Q: Does the alcohol in LISTERINE^® Antiseptic lead to mouth cancer?

  A: The safety of alcohol-containing mouthwashes was extensively reviewed by a Food and Drug Administration Advisory Panel (1996), which concluded that there is no evidence to support a causal link between alcohol in mouthwashes and the development of oral and pharyngeal cancer. The primary factors associated with oral and pharyngeal cancer are:

  • Use of tobacco products
  • Excessive ingestion of alcohol-containing beverages

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• How is the "less intense" flavor of Soft Mint™ LISTERINE^® Antiseptic different from the other

  Q: How is the "less intense" flavor of Soft Mint^™ LISTERINE^® Antiseptic different from the other LISTERINE^® Antiseptic mouthrinses?

  A:Soft Mint^™LISTERINE^®Antiseptic is different from other LISTERINE^®Antiseptic mouthrinses because of its less intense flavor. As a result, patients who have resisted rinsing with LISTERINE^®Antiseptic products in the past because they found the taste to be too intense can now benefit from the less intense flavor and the same proven germ-killing power.
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• Are the "less intense" flavors of LISTERINE^® Antiseptic as effective as the other LISTERINE^® Antiseptic flavors?

  Q: Are the "less intense" flavors of LISTERINE^® Antiseptic as effective as the other LISTERINE^® Antiseptic flavors?

  A: Yes. Advanced Citrus LISTERINE^® Antiseptic and Soft Mint^™ LISTERINE^® Antiseptic are as effective as the other LISTERINE^® Antiseptic flavors because they contain the same fixed combination of 4 essential oils. This fixed combination of ingredients—eucalyptol, menthol, methyl salicylate, and thymol—provides antimicrobial action and is clinically proven to help reduce plaque and gingivitis.
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• Does Soft Mint™ LISTERINE^® Antiseptic carry the ADA Seal of Acceptance?

  Q: Does Soft Mint^™ LISTERINE^® Antiseptic carry the ADA Seal of Acceptance?

  A: Yes, Soft Mint^™ LISTERINE^® Antiseptic carries the ADA Seal of Acceptance.
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• What is the difference between LISTERINE^® Antiseptic Mouthwash and LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^® Tinting Rinse?

  Q: What is the difference between LISTERINE^® Antiseptic Mouthwash and LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^® Tinting Rinse?

  A: LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^® is a pre-brush tinting rinse made especially for adults and kids 6 years of age and over, and is specially designed to help kids get more out of their oral care routine. LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^® rinse does not contain the essential oils that are found in LISTERINE^® Antiseptic Mouthwash. LISTERINE^® Antiseptic Mouthwash is indicated for adults and children, ages 12 and up.
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REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss

• What makes REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss different from other flosses? How does it work?

  Q: What makes REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss different from other flosses? How does it work?

  A: REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss is made up of revolutionary MICRO-GROOVES™ Technology that stretches, then grips teeth to remove up to 2x more plaque than GLIDE^® Original Mint™ (the leading dental floss). REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss also slides as easily as GLIDE^® and is shred-resistant.
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• What claims are being made for REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss?

  Q: What claims are being made for REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss?

  A:MICRO-GROOVES™ Technology enables REACH^® TOTAL CARE to remove up to 2x more plaque than GLIDE^® Original Mint™.

  • Slides as easily as GLIDE^® Original Mint™
  • Shred-resistant

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• Is this a monofilament or multifilament floss?

  Q: Is this a monofilament or multifilament floss?

  A:REACH^®TOTAL CARE Floss is monofilament floss with a twist! Traditional monofilament floss has a rectangular cross section, providing only 2 cleaning surfaces. REACH^®TOTAL CARE Floss is monofilament floss with a cross section comprised of 22 offset ribs, providing a multitude of cleaning surfaces or MICRO-GROOVES™ Technology that actually grab plaque and remove it.

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• What is MICRO-GROOVES™ Technology? How does it work?

  Q: What is MICRO-GROOVES™ Technology? How does it work?

  A: MICRO-GROOVES™ Technology forms channels by the ribs going down the length of the floss. They offer multiple cleaning surfaces to remove more plaque and provide superior cleaning. Because they are flexible, they act almost as tiny “squeegees”, gripping the tooth surfaces and removing plaque.
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• For which of my patients would REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss be appropriate?

  Q: For which of my patients would REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss be appropriate?

  A: REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss is appropriate for all patients, especially:

  • Patients who need greater plaque removal or whose current floss may be mostly sliding over plaque not removing enough of it
  • Patients with tight contacts, veneers, implants or who have had restorative work that need a shred-resistant, easy-slide floss
  • Patients who complain that their current floss is hard on their fingers and NOT easy to use
  • Patients who currently don’t floss, who are looking for a positive flossing experience to acquaint them to the regimen

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• What other benefits does REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss offer?

  Q: What other benefits does REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss offer?

  A:REACH^®TOTAL CARE has a wide cleaning surface, resists shredding due to its single filament design, is extremely flexible and is gentle on gums. REACH^®TOTAL CARE is easy to use and offers more control when flossing because it does not slide or cut into your finger.

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• Is there clinical data published for REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss? Can I get a copy of the study?

  Q: Is there clinical data published for REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss? Can I get a copy of the study?

  A: There are plans to publish REACH^® TOTAL CARE data, although exact dates and publications have not been established at this time – stay tuned for more information.
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• How strong is REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss?

  Q: How strong is REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss?

  A: REACH^® TOTAL CARE is shred-resistant and will not break with normal use.
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• What flavor is REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss available in?

  Q: What flavor is REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss available in?

  A: REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss is available in two options: Original Mint and LISTERINE^® Flavors.
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• What sizes of REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss are available for me to purchase for my office?

  Q: What sizes of REACH^® TOTAL CARE Floss are available for me to purchase for my office?

  A: Sizes are available in:

  • 5-yard trial sizes (108 per case)
  • 100-yard chairside refill spool
  • 30-yard sku will be available at retail stores

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REACH^® by design™ ToothBrush

• What makes the REACH^® by design™ Brush different from other toothbrushes?

  Q: What makes the REACH^® by design™ Brush different from other toothbrushes?

  A: Like all other REACH^® Brand toothbrushes, the REACH^® by design™ Brush is angled like a dental instrument to clean places that are hard to reach, especially the posterior teeth.

  • The cleansing tip effectively cleans behind back teeth
  • Longer outer bristles gently clean along the gum line and behind back teeth
  • Multi-level inner bristles clean interproximally and are tough on plaque

  —All of these benefits add up to superior plaque removal!

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• What type of bristles does the REACH^® by design™ Brush have?

  Q: What type of bristles does the REACH^® by design™ Brush have?

  A: Soft, longer outer bristles gently clean along the gumline and behind back teeth. Firm, shorter inner bristles clean interproximally and are tough on plaque.

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• What case sizes of REACH^® by design™ Brushes are available for me to purchase for my office?

  Q: What case sizes of REACH^® by design™ Brushes are available for me to purchase for my office?

  A: 72 brushes per case

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LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^®

• What is LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^®?

  Q: What is LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^®?

  A: LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^® is a pre-brush rinse that tints teeth blue, to help kids pay more attention to brushing their teeth for a cleaner, brighter smile. With LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^®, parents can feel confident their kids are embarking on a lifetime of better oral care habits by brushing.
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• How does LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^® work?

  Q: How does LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^® work?

  A: Rinsing with LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^® tints teeth blue, so kids pay more attention to cleaning their teeth. LISTERINE^® AGENT COOL BLUE^® should be used before brushing in the morning and the evening. To use the rinse, kids should gently squeeze the bottle to fill the pre-measured dispenser (10 ml) and then rinse for 30 seconds.
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