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Which is better alcohol or alcohol free mouthwash for dentures?

I am a 62 year old female. I want to know which is better alcohol or alcohol free mouthwash for dentures?

4 Answers

Alcohol-free is always better for teeth and for plastic dentures.

Smiles,

Laurene K. Duke, DDS, APDC
NON- alcohol.
Mouthwash helps breath only for about 20 minutes. To clean dentures, you can use mild dishwashing detergent or commercial denture cleaners an a soft brush. Don’t use alcohol containing mouthwash as it dries out the mouth.
Alcohol free is best for the mouth and for the dentures. Alcohol is very drying and unnecessary.
Hope that helps!

Dr. Rankin