For all patients—including those who don’t floss well or don’t floss at all— LISTERINE® Antisepticmouthwash can help achieve better oral health by reducing plaque on teeth.
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THE POWER OF LISTERINE®ANTISEPTIC MOUTHWASH
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A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO DAILY ORAL CARE
Together, brushing, flossing, and rinsing with LISTERINE® Antiseptic on a daily basis provides a comprehensive approach to oral care and an approach to cleaning that reaches nearly 100% of the mouth.2,3
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FOR ALL PATIENTS—INCLUDING THOSE WHO DON’T FLOSS WELL OR DON’T FLOSS AT ALL— LISTERINE® ANTISEPTIC CAN HELP ACHIEVE BETTER ORAL HEALTH. 
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