I have seen accounts of some SP's rinsing with mouthwash (and having their client rinse as well) and/or rinsing the client's penis/urethra with mouthwash prior to bbbj. Apparently some will actually keep mouthwash in their mouth during bbbj as well. I know there have been studies done which indicate that rinsing AFTER oral sex decreases risk of infection, but is there any information indicating that PRE bbbj rinsing decreases risk as well? Thanks.
mouthwash question
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Hi gchuck
I have not been able to find any scientific evidence in regard to mouthwash and sexually transmitted infections. I have asked some dental people to provide some input. I will post the information when they get back to me.
HN
Hi all
I have been able to get in touch with an oral surgeon in regard to the use of mouthwash in preventing sexually transmitted infections.
His said mouthwash is not helpful in preventing sexually transmitted infections.
The reason being is that mouthwash is useful in killing “mouth” bacteria, not bacteria that occurs in other areas of the body. It also does not kill a virus.
Another point he brought up was that if you use mouthwash to much (more than 5 times per day) you will start to see damage to the mouth tissue. This damage could result in more of a risk.
He also recommended not using mouthwash prior to oral sex as it would be possible to “burn” the skin of the penis. The “burn” could occur with even just one use.
Safer oral sex:
- Try to avoid getting body fluids in your mouth.
- There’s no evidence that spitting is more or less risky than swallowing—it is clear, however, that the longer infected fluids remain in the mouth, the more possible it is for infection to occur.
- After oral sex it may be helpful to rinse the mouth with water to remove any body fluids.
HN
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Hi Missy Mariposa
It should not matter what the water temperature is. Room temperature would be fine.
HN
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But are they just as effective?alcohol free mouth rinses like crest pro health rinse can be used more often as they wont burn
alcohol free mouth rinses like crest pro health rinse can be used more often as they wont burn
Hi Vanesssa
I am not sure how often you can use crest pro health in a 24hr period. The pharmacist I spoke with was not sure and suggested I contact Crest. I have sent them an email.
Vanesssa is there any information on the packaging that says how often you are allowed to use it in a 24hr period.
Thanks
HN
Hi All
I sent an email to the people at crest and this is what they said
“Thank you for contacting Crest. The Pro Health rinse should only be used twice per day.
I hope this helps!
Thank you.
Crest Team”
The crest team has recommended to only using Pro Health rinse twice per day. This is similar to other mouthwashes that recommend limited usage.
Oral health is a good thing, brushing, flossing and regular trips to the dentist. Other products such as mouth washes have also been made available.
It looks like people need to be cautious with mouthwashes as over use has the potential to harm the mouth
In regard to infectious fluids in the mouth it appears that rinsing with plain water is a good option.
In terms of “fresh breath” or what makes your mouth feel better I am wondering if mouth washes are not the answer but rather something like gum, tic tac’s, mints etc.
Let us know if you want us to expand on a topic. Remember if you would like to ask me a personal question just send me a PM.
HN
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I sent an email to the people at crest and this is what they said
“Thank you for contacting Crest. The Pro Health rinse should only be used twice per day.
I hope this helps!
Thank you.
Crest Team”
The crest team has recommended to only using Pro Health rinse twice per day. This is similar to other mouthwashes that recommend limited usage.
Oral health is a good thing, brushing, flossing and regular trips to the dentist. Other products such as mouth washes have also been made available.
It looks like people need to be cautious with mouthwashes as over use has the potential to harm the mouth
In regard to infectious fluids in the mouth it appears that rinsing with plain water is a good option.
In terms of “fresh breath” or what makes your mouth feel better I am wondering if mouth washes are not the answer but rather something like gum, tic tac’s, mints etc.
Let us know if you want us to expand on a topic. Remember if you would like to ask me a personal question just send me a PM.
HN
www.stiresource.com
Thank you for this thread. I thought mouthwash would be helpful in reducing the risk of STI's but now I see it can actually increase the risk particularly if the MPA or SP uses it more than twice which is more likely than not!!!
