Characteristics | Group 2a N (%) |
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Reasonsb | |
Chosen by myself | 32 (71.11) |
Recommended by a dentist | 10 (22.22) |
Recommended by a doctor | 1 (2.22) |
Receding gums and loose teeth | 1 (2.22) |
Daughter uses it | 1 (2.22) |
Recommended by a Chemist for sore throat + found it very effective | 1 (2.22) |
Benefitsb | |
Refreshment of bad breath | 55 (75.34) |
Elimination of bacteria | 50 (68.49) |
Reduction of plaque formation | 34 (46.58) |
Ability to reach difficult places in the mouth | 33 (45.21) |
Prevention of cavities | 24 (32.88) |
Prevention of periodontitis and gingivitis | 21 (28.77) |
Removal of tartar | 20 (27.40) |
Improvement of oral wound healing | 19 (26.03) |
Strengthening of tooth enamel | 16 (21.92) |
General health improvement | 14 (19.18) |
Reduction of dentine sensitivity | 13 (17.81) |
Alleviation of oral pathology | 13 (17.81) |
Relieve of pain | 10 (13.70) |
Stain removal | 9 (12.33) |
As a follow-up to oral surgery | 8 (10.96) |
Relieve of dry mouth | 7 (9.59) |
Reduction of frequency of tooth brushing | 4 (5.48) |
As a gargle | 1 (1.37) |
Heart protection | 1 (1.37) |
Prevention of colds | 1 (1.37) |
Refreshment of bad taste | 1 (1.37) |
aGroup 2 are participants who filled in the mouthwash use questionnaire.
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