LISTERINE® Advanced White Mouthwash | LISTERINE® UK (2024)

FAQs

Does Listerine Advanced White actually work? ›

But does it actually work? Yup, and we have the receipts. 75% of Cosmopolitan readers said that their teeth were whiter (compared with brushing alone) and over half of readers who tried Listerine Advanced White said that it boosted their confidence too.

Beginning in 2022, the following Listerine product lines have been discontinued: LISTERINE^® NATURALS. LISTERINE^® STRONG TEETH. LISTERINE^® WHITENING.

Side Effects of Listerine Mouthwash

Listerine mouthwash can cause several side effects. Common ones include a burning sensation, irritation of gums or mouth sores, and dry mouth due to its alcohol content. Long-term use may lead to tooth staining and potentially increase the risk of oral cancer​.

How To Use Listerine^® Advanced White Milder Taste Mouthwash? Especially effective when used morning and evening after brushing. Pour 10ml (2 x 5 ml teaspoonfuls) into a glass, rinse around teeth and gums for 60 seconds, then spit out.

Teeth whitening results from a whitening mouthwash may be noticed in about three months. Daily whitening mouthwash can help erase light levels of surface discoloration.

If you use a Listerine mouthwash that contains whitening agents, you might start to see results in as little as two weeks. However, the effectiveness can vary from person to person. For best results, use the mouthwash twice daily and follow the instructions on the label.

Some of the best mouthwash for whitening teeth include Colgate Optic White Whitening Mouthwash, ACT Anticavity + Whitening Mouthwash, and Crest 3D White Luxe Glamorous White Mouthwash.

Regular or excessive use of alcohol-based mouthwashes can dry out your mouth, which can lead to tooth sensitivity, bad breath, and even cavities. It can mask potential oral health issues. If you suffer from chronic halitosis (aka bad breath), you may be able to mask it with regular mouthwash use.

WHEN IT COMES TO KILLING GERMS, LISTERINE® COOL MINT® ZERO ALCOHOL MOUTHWASH GETS NEARLY A 100% SCORE.

LISTERINE^® Advanced White Milder Taste is a ZERO-ALCOHOL formula clinically proven to help give you whiter teeth in just 1 week*.

Is salt water better than mouthwash? ›

According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, the high alcohol content in some mouthwashes can irritate your mouth, particularly your gums. Saltwater rinses can be safer alternatives while also killing bacteria and keeping your mouth clean. In addition to stopping bacterial growth, saltwater rinses have other benefits.

While not a replacement for brushing or flossing, using certain types of mouthwash twice a day every day can provide anti-cavity, germ-killing or plaque-prevention benefits. Antiseptic mouthwash is the most common type of mouthwash.

With the LISTERINE^® HEALTHY WHITE™ RESTORING Anticavity Fluoride Mouthwash, you can get the power of an anticavity mouthwash and a whitening mouthwash in one bold-packed bottle. Enjoy the 2-in-1 power of LISTERINE^® that gives you a brighter smile while seamlessly fitting into your morning oral care routine.

Proven to be 5x more effective than floss at reducing plaque*. To maintain naturally white teeth. The formula kills up to 99% of plaque and bad breath causing germs left behind after brushing. Just 30 seconds of rinsing, twice a day.

If you (or your teenager) have just had a tongue piercing, you might see a white coating on your tongue. It's normal bacterial growth that you can reduce with antifungal mouthwash, like nystatin (Nystop).

NEW LISTERINE^® Healthy White with lemon & salt is clinically proven to give you naturally whiter teeth in 2 weeks.

If you don't floss or don't floss properly, LISTERINE® can help. A new study revealed LISTERINE® Antiseptic mouthwash goes beyond fresh breath to provide superior plaque reduction compared to brushing and flossing alone. In fact, it shows LISTERINE® destroys 5x more plaque above the gumline than floss*.

Research shows that antimicrobial LISTERINE^® mouthwash kills oral bacteria within 30 seconds for a difference you will notice with continued use. In fact, the bacteria in plaque and saliva samples were killed within 30 seconds of coming into contact with LISTERINE^® rinse. Don't give germs a fighting chance.

No other mouthwash is more complete* than LISTERINE® TOTAL CARE FRESH MINT Anticavity Mouthwash: 5x more cleaning power vs brushing & flossing alone** Formulated for 50% greater strengthening of weakened enamel vs brushing alone***