Listerine Hysteria! Does Alcohol Make It Harmful?

You have been told that alcohol in mouthwash is bad — and that Listerine is something to avoid. In this video I walk you through the ACTUAL science on alcohol in mouthwash, why people confuse Listerine with chlorhexidine, and what the studies really say about alcohol in mouthwash, healing, and the oral microbiome. 0:00 The alcohol-in-mouthwash myth 0:36 What Listerine's essential oils actually do 0:52 "Alcohol puts healing on hold" — the headline 2:31 Listerine is not chlorhexidine 3:31 What I recommend 4:11 Does the alcohol in Listerine harm your mouth? 7:38 The Valencia study: alcohol vs. no alcohol 8:40 The safety review on daily alcohol rinses 10:59 Read the studies, not the headlines - You’re trying your hardest — so why are your gums, pockets, and cavities getting worse? Your mouth can heal, but even when you’re doing everything right, small mistakes can stall progress for years. Inside Dr. Ellie’s Gum & Tooth Rebuild Program™, I help you make the personalized adjustments that create massive results for your mouth. 🦷 Start healing your teeth at home with my Gum & Tooth Rebuild Program: https://learn.drellie.com?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=shorts&utm_campaign=video 📖 Get my FREE Booklet: https://drellie.com/free-booklet-2/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=shorts&utm_campaign=video 🛒 My Amazon Choices: https://www.amazon.com/shop/dr.elliephillips?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=shorts&utm_campaign=video ——————————————— TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drelliephillips?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=shorts&utm_campaign=video Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drelliephillips?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=shorts&utm_campaign=video My website: https://drellie.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=shorts&utm_campaign=video #oralhealth #dentalhealth #naturalhealing #dentist Disclaimer Any information on this channel is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your dentist, physician, or other healthcare professional. You should not use the information on this channel for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing any medication or other treatment. You should always speak with your dentist, physician, or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal, or homeopathic supplement, or adopting any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, promptly contact your health care provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have learned on this channel. Information provided on this channel and the use of any products or services purchased by you on affiliated sites DOES NOT create a doctor-patient relationship between you and any of the physicians affiliated with this Channel. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements available on this channel have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.