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Fluoride-Free Mouthwashes Available Over-The-Counter in the US-An Overview.

Astrid C Valdivia-Tapia1, Jaime A Cury2, Antonio P Ricomini-Filho2

  • 1Department of Biomedical and Applied Sciences, Indiana University School of Dentistry, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.

International Journal of Dental Hygiene
|May 20, 2026
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Many fluoride-free mouthwashes (FFM) offer cosmetic benefits, while therapeutic options primarily target antiplaque and antigingivitis. Dental professionals should review FFM choices with patients for effective oral care.

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dentistrymouthwashnon‐fluorideoral and dental hygiene

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Area of Science:

  • Oral hygiene products
  • Cosmetic and therapeutic agents

Background:

  • Fluoride-free mouthwashes (FFM) are widely used for cosmetic and therapeutic reasons.
  • Understanding their composition and intended use is crucial for informed patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the composition and stated purposes of over-the-counter FFM available in the U.S.
  • To categorize FFM as therapeutic or cosmetic based on active ingredients and FDA labeling.

Main Methods:

  • Convenience sampling of FFM from various retail stores in Indianapolis, USA.
  • Analysis of product labels to determine purpose and active ingredients.
  • Categorization based on FDA 'drug facts' labeling for therapeutic classification.

Main Results:

  • Eighty-one FFM were identified; 30 were therapeutic (25 antiplaque/antigingivitis) and 51 cosmetic (11 whitening).
  • Common therapeutic agents included cetylpyridinium chloride and essential oils; cosmetic agents included hydrogen peroxide.
  • Twenty-seven FFM contained alcohol; 35 FFM lacked clinically meaningful benefits beyond breath freshening.

Conclusions:

  • FFM exhibit significant variability in composition and purpose, with many offering only cosmetic advantages.
  • Therapeutic FFM predominantly focus on antiplaque and antigingivitis benefits.
  • Dental professionals should assess patient FFM use as part of home-care recommendations.