Mouthwash before or after brushing? The right order!

Table of contents


• - When to use mouthwash
• - Use mouthwash before or after brushing?
• - Is it necessary to rinse your mouth after using mouthwash?
• - Why you shouldn’t rinse your teeth with water

Want to use mouthwash or rinse with oil pulling? For the best oral care, it is important that you follow all the steps in the right order. Do you use mouthwash before or after brushing? And what other products can you use to keep your breath fresh and your mouth clean? We’ll tell you more about the right order to rinse your mouth.

When to use mouthwash

Your dental hygienist or dentist may recommend that you rinse your teeth. Always brush your teeth twice a day with toothpaste to maintain good oral health. You may also want to use interdental brushes, dental floss or sticks in addition to brushing, as well as a complementary mouthwash. Mouthwash kills the bad bacteria in your mouth and leaves you feeling fresh. The mint gives a fresh breath, which many people find very pleasant. Mouthwash also gets rid of plaque left behind after brushing your teeth.

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Use mouthwash before or after brushing?

Mouthwash should be used after brushing your teeth for maximum effect. The mouthwash kills the bad bacteria in your mouth and leaves you feeling clean and fresh. It also gets into those hard-to-reach places. Fluoride in the mouthwash reduces plaque and protects tooth enamel. Especially the small spaces between the teeth are cleaned by mouthwash. It is recommended to wait at least half an hour before eating, drinking or smoking after using the mouthwash. Otherwise, the effectiveness of the mouthwash is reduced.

Is it necessary to rinse your mouth after using mouthwash?

Now you know the answer to the question: do you use mouthwash before or after brushing? After using mouthwash, there is no need to rinse your mouth with water again. This way the mouthwash can do its job better. Gulp well and keep the mouthwash in your mouth for at least one minute. It will penetrate between your teeth and help remove bacteria that can cause plaque.

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Why you shouldn’t rinse your teeth with water

If you rinse your teeth with water, you are washing away some of the mouthwash. Mouthwash contains fluoride and protects your teeth from plaque. So don’t rinse with water after gargling. Also, do not eat or drink in the first half hour after rinsing your mouth.

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Written by

Kim Schouten

In recent years, she has worked in various areas to improve oral health care for both young and old. Oral care is an essential part of daily care. This is because good oral care is not only important for the mouth, but also for overall health. Therefore, it is very important to create awareness and share knowledge about this.