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After rinsing my mouth with mouthwash, do I need to rinse my mouth with water afterwards?

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Dr. Maj. Gen Mahesh Chander Vsm (Retd)Dentist49yrs exp

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Yes it's better to rinse of remnant of mouth wash.

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Dr. (Major) Ankit GuptaDentist16yrs exp

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No. That will nullify the effect of mouthwash.

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Dr. Ravindra Tak TakDentist12yrs exp

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No at least wait 20-30.

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Dr. Arunima ChandraDentist7yrs exp

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Hello, no there is no need to wash your mouth with water after rinsing with mouthwash. Mouthwash need to be there so that it can leave its effect. Thanks.

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Dr. Isha MalhotraDentist18yrs exp

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Not required just rinse with mouthwash daily.

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Dr. Suneet KhandelwalDentist20yrs exp

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Its not required but if you feel you can do but not vigrously.

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Dr. Sheikh Shahid SyedDentistyrs exp

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Yes.

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Dr. Puneet KansalDentist25yrs exp

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Yes.

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Dr. Garima MariaDentist7yrs exp

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Hey there, no unless you feel any burning. Avoid eating or drinking until half hour of mouthwash use.

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