An article by geisinger.org states: “Mouthwash can cause harm in the long run because it can disrupt the microbiome and impede the normal functioning of your body.” … They found that frequent mouthwash users (twice daily or more) were at a 55 percent higher risk of developing diabetes or having dangerous blood sugar spikes within three years.”

That being said.. switch to healthy rinses that do not have alcohol in them! Try a rinse that contains essential oils.

A Truly Natural® professional strength oral rinse formulated to reduce oral bacteria, freshen breath and help maintain healthy teeth and gums. Tooth & Gums Tonic earned The Dental Advisor’s top rating and Editors’ Choice Award

The pure essential oils in this mouthwash are powerful antimicrobials, providing maximum potency and long-lasting effectiveness to combat the harmful oral bacteria that lead to halitosis and periodontal disease.

Dental Herb Company products contain gotu kola and Echinacea – two powerful anti-inflammatory herbs shown to stimulate healing and repair damaged tissue. The pure essential oils of lavender and eucalyptus, well known for their soothing and healing properties, are key elements in the formula.

For quite some time now we’ve been recommending this oral rinse to patients in our office and all of our patients love it!