LISTERINE Total Care – the science behind its success

The mechanical actions of brushing and interdental cleaning displace plaque and dislodge bacteria from the tooth surface. However, bacteria from other areas of the mouth can quickly recolonise on teeth.¹

 A landmark meta-analysis of 29 studies involving more than 5,000 participants demonstrated that those who added a LISTERINE essential oils mouthwash to mechanical methods were more likely to have a cleaner mouth, which may lead to the prevention of gum disease.²

The study further indicated that 36.9% of subjects using mechanical methods with essential oil- containing mouthwash experienced at least 50% plaque-free sites after 6 months, compared to just 5.5% of patients using mechanical methods alone.²

The data also showed that adding LISTERINE essential oils mouthwash to mechanical methods delivers over 5x more plaque free sites than mechanical methods alone, offering compelling information for the clinician when educating patients on an appropriate oral care routine to meet individual needs.²

Overall, the outcomes of the meta-analysis support the concept that using an essential oil-containing mouthwash daily offers a clinically relevant benefit beyond that offered by mechanical cleaning alone.²