Toothpaste-mouth rinse combo washes out harmful bacteria
Reuters: Mannish Valiathan, associate professor of orthodontics, discussed a study showing that using toothpaste and mouthwash can prevent gum disease in those with permanent retainers. “While oral hygiene should be kept up by all, individuals with fixed retainers may benefit from a regimen designed for them by their care provider followed by periodic monitoring of the oral health status,” he said.
