A herbal mouthwash selectively killed off bad bacteria in the mouth while preserving the good strains, according to a new study. It suggests an alternative to conventional mouthwashes, which were ...

Mouthwashes have long bragged about killing 99.9% of germs in your mouth, but Rutgers Health researchers suggest this scorched-earth approach may harm oral health by eliminating beneficial bacteria ...

Just call it a matcha made in heaven. Using matcha, a type of green tea, as a mouthwash could lead to a healthier smile, according to a new study. Researchers in Japan used a mouthwash made with ...

Kaitlin Sullivan is a health and science journalist based in Colorado. She's been part of multiple award-winning investigations into health topics including the international medical device industry ...

Nothing can replace a dental health routine that makes brushing and flossing a priority. And if you’re especially particular about having fresh breath and clean teeth, you’re probably using mouthwash, ...

Periodontitis is a form of gum disease that affects approximately 90% of adults globally. It is associated with other chronic inflammatory conditions, and can progress to the point that it can affect ...

Listerine has a fascinating history. Originally invented as a surgical antiseptic, the mixture of menthol and essential oils was then marketed as a general germicide and a cleaning solution (for ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." BAD BREATH HAPPENS to the best of us, it's unavoidable at times. Despite brushing regularly and seeing ...

Garlic in a mouthwash sounds like a prank, but a growing stack of clinical data suggests it might rival the strongest ...

Share on Pinterest Can matcha extract help keep gum disease at bay? Image credit: photo_chaz/Getty Images. Periodontitis is a form of gum disease that affects approximately 90% of adults globally. It ...