Table 2. | Reasons and benefits of mouthwash use as suggested by study participants |
| Characteristics | Group 2a N (%) |
|---|---|
| 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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