A herbal mouthwash selectively killed off bad bacteria in the mouth while preserving the good strains, according to a new ...

Unlike targeted antibiotics or certain medicated mouthwashes prescribed by dentists, most over-the-counter antibacterial rinses do not distinguish between harmful bacteria and beneficial bacteria.

Most people know the steps for optimal oral cleanliness -- but do they know the proper order? Two dental experts share their recommendations for brushing, flossing and using mouthwash.

Researchers have found a natural mouthwash that seems to kill off nasty germs while nurturing friendly microbes.

Unlike targeted antibiotics or certain medicated mouthwashes prescribed by dentists, most over-the-counter antibacterial rinses do not distinguish between harmful bacteria and beneficial bacteria.

One of the primary concerns with frequent and indiscriminate use of antibacterial mouthwashes is their potential to disrupt this oral microbiome. Unlike targeted antibiotics or certain medicated ...

Unlike targeted antibiotics or certain medicated mouthwashes prescribed by dentists, most over-the-counter antibacterial rinses do not distinguish between harmful bacteria and beneficial bacteria.

Unlike targeted antibiotics or certain medicated mouthwashes prescribed by dentists, most over-the-counter antibacterial rinses do not distinguish between harmful bacteria and beneficial bacteria.

Unlike targeted antibiotics or certain medicated mouthwashes prescribed by dentists, most over-the-counter antibacterial rinses do not distinguish between harmful bacteria and beneficial bacteria.

Unlike targeted antibiotics or certain medicated mouthwashes prescribed by dentists, most over-the-counter antibacterial rinses do not distinguish between harmful bacteria and beneficial bacteria.

Unlike targeted antibiotics or certain medicated mouthwashes prescribed by dentists, most over-the-counter antibacterial rinses do not distinguish between harmful bacteria and beneficial bacteria.