Is Listerine or Oralcare good for kids as mouthwash?
2006-08-26 15:17:54 · 26 answers · asked by che-che 1 in Health ➔ Dental
Depends on the age of the child. Don't give any mouth wash to a kid who may swallow it, it could make them very sick. If they are old enough to rinse and spit i would reccomend the oralcare but be warned it can change the taste of food so i would only use it at bed time.
2006-08-27 16:17:52 · answer #1 · answered by melebop 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the age of the child. You shouldn't give it to one under the age of six. Not sure why, but I think because at that age they are old enough to know not to swallow and their gag reflex is more developed. I would go with cool mint or orange Listerine because the taste is not as strong. Its a good idea to get kids into the habit of using it as a part of their oral hygiene as it does help prevent plaque build up.
2006-08-26 15:26:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on if its make for children most children over the age of 6 can use listerine like adult, but listerine just market a new product for children. listerine agent cool blue mouth wash.
http://www.agentcoolblue.com/faq.aspx
2006-08-26 15:24:19 · answer #3 · answered by crissyll22 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try the new===== CREST PRO HEALTH mouthwash==== IT COST A LIL' MORE BUT THE $HIT IS AMAZing.... it doesnt have that burning sensation that listerine has and it works 100times better.....& for the sake of knowledge==== dont give kids the chewable asprin because the asprin is stiil strong enough to eat the enamel off the childs teeth
2006-08-27 08:32:52 · answer #4 · answered by kmupo2005 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No Listerine is to medicinal, and very strong in taste, not recommended for kids.
2006-08-26 15:21:59 · answer #5 · answered by scmedic848 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about oralcare, but Listerine has alcohol so I wouldn't give it to kids.
2006-08-26 15:21:42 · answer #6 · answered by not2nite 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Listerine has great flavors out now that aren't as harsh, and my kids love 'em.
I've never tried the other brand.
2006-08-26 15:20:42 · answer #7 · answered by Jen B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may want to give them Scope, as some find Listerine too bracing
2006-08-26 15:19:29 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
actually use crest mouthwash...it doesnt burn like the others do. The second best would be act for kids. That mouthwash is also good and comes in different flavors.
2006-08-26 15:21:04 · answer #9 · answered by cats4ever2k1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Scope is the best to use Listerine stings their gums and can sometimes give them gingivitis i should know this because i am a dentist
2006-08-26 15:20:59 · answer #10 · answered by Skippy H 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋