10 Best Mouthwashes (Review) in 2021

It’s easy to forget that we’re fighting more than just damage to our teeth,. Your mouthwash needs to take care of those nooks and crannies in your teeth that you otherwise couldn’t reach, but the lining of your cheeks, your gums, they all need a bit of TLC as well. That’s why TheraBreath fights bad breath-causing bacteria from every area of your mouth, which also helps protect your teeth.

The lining of your cheeks soaks up everything that comes into contact with it. It’s one of the first ways that we begin digesting food, so you can only imagine what bacteria sits in that warm, dark area, and then proceeds to create foul odors. TheraBreath doesn’t want you to do that little hand test where you breath into a fist and sniff it; you’ll be confident that your breath will be fresh, and your smile will be on-point from the moment you walk out the door.

The king of the hill is Crest, and their 3D system is absolutely out of this world. It’s your standard use mouthwash, just simply throw it back and swish around. But their proprietary formula does far more than that; it digs deeper to lift stains, and help your teeth ward off against future stains from showing up.

Thanks to the 3D formula, you can also expect to see visibly whiter teeth after just two days of use. It’s working to lift stains right on your first use, and you don’t even have to wait that long. Most whitening mouthwash brands tell you to give it anywhere from three to eight weeks before you see tangible results. Crest knows you don’t have time for that, so they’re not going to waste it.

CloSYS isn’t just trying to create a better oral hygiene system for you to use, they’re also trying to protect you against an underlying threat that many dollar store mouthwashes are putting on you. This bottle is completely alcohol-free, because alcohol included in mouthwashes has been deemed unnecessary, and is linked to oral cancer. They’re looking out for every single aspect of your health with this high-quality mouthwash.

Thanks to the ultra sensitive technology, this helps to restore pH levels in your saliva. That helps control saliva production to keep it at a beneficial level: not too slobbery, not too dry, just the right amount to create an ecosystem in your mouth. No burning sensation, nothing but formulated bacteria-fighting power that promises to keep your mouth fresher than it’s ever been.

Of course Listerine is going to come to mind when you think of mouthwash. While their formulas do contain alcohol, they use little amounts of it, and have a series of benefits that seriously takes care of your entire mouth. First and foremost we want to tell you that this helps you restore lost enamel. Whether it’s from smoking or just poor dental practice, your enamel can get lost over time. Listerine helps to restore as much as possible.

On top of that, there’s an anticavity and breath freshening attribute as well. You’ll be able to balance the pH levels in your saliva, while dually eliminating odor-causing bacteria. There are also three other major protective properties, leaving us to wonder what we’ve been missing in our mouthwash game all these years. Listerine has been a household name for a reason, and it’s inexpensive, total care solutions like this.

We have to appreciate the clever name, and the practical use when you really get into it. SmartMouth is designed to give you one month of fresh breath in easy-to-use packaging. If you frequently travel for work of leisure, you’ve likely fallen prey to hotel “guest service” shops and the overpriced mouthwash they offer. SmartMouth offers an alternative: thirty individual packets that each give you twenty-four hours of fresh breath.

These have an extremely long exoneration date, so you won’t have to be worried about them expiring anytime soon. SmartMouth goes with you, and while the last few hours of that twenty-four hour promise get a little dodgy, you’re still getting an extremely long time to have minty fresh breath. These are also an excellent failsafe to have on-hand in case you run out of your regular mouthwash brand.

Biotene doesn’t use a single drop of alcohol in their mouthwashes, and we couldn’t be happier with that fact. You get two rather large bottles of this dry mouth formula, which is designed to target proteins in your mouth that enact salivary enzymes. In short, it’s going to take your dry mouth, and ship it far, far away. Eventually, you’ll just have distant memories of a time when dry mouth was actually a problem.

Dry mouth has a unique problem: there’s not enough saliva to kill and wash away bacteria. Your mouth is a breeding ground for bacteria, and your saliva helps to maintain pH levels, as well as a healthy saliva production which even aids with the breakdown of food. It’s an all-around oral healthcare treatment that promises substantial results.

Tom’s is one of the first brand names that come to mind when you think of healthy, clean living. You may recognize them from all-natural baby products or other oral hygiene products, but today the spotlight is on their groundbreaking alcohol-free mouthwash. We can’t stress enough how essential it is to not use alcohol in your mouthwash (when available), but it should never be substituted with something else that has equally degrading health effects.

That’s why Tom’s also banned fluoride from their products. You get enough of it in tap water as it is, from toothpaste and dental treatments, you don’t need it in your mouthwash. That’s a bit of overkill. This simple and easy-to-use burn-free formula comes in a fantastic bulk purchase option, where you can stock up on nearly one-hundred ounces for a low cost. Tom’s also donates 10% of all profits to human and environmental programs, just one more thing to feel good about.

On the bandwagon of alcohol-free mouthwashes, The Natural Dentist keeps alcohol out to provide a better all-around experience, while dually fighting gingivitis. Whether you’ve experienced “pink in the sink” or just a notably redder, more distraught gumline, you’re the reason that The Natural Dentist was made. It’s time to find a simpler method to restoring your oral health.

The Natural Dentist also refrains from using SLS products, keeping everything as natural as possible. You’ll see ingredients like healing aloe vera, cinnamon oil and grapefruit seed extract, using the power of nature to keep your breath fresh, and your gums healthy. Fight plaque, gingivitis, and occasional irritation with this all-powerful formula. For more oral hygiene products check out our guide to the best water flossers.

It’s time to undo the damage of the past. There have been staggering new finds in dental technology in the last decade, and Uncle Harry’s uses one of the very best aspects to create a shield for your teeth, restoring enamel that’s been lost with time. Thanks to the all-natural ingredient list and alkalizing effect, you can stimulate your teeth to repair enamel and fight back against what time has taken away.

Uncle Harry’s does have an odd taste, we’ll be the first to admit that, but it’s a testament to the fact that they are unlike any other brand out there. They’ll not only help you protect your teeth, but battle bad breath to create a naturally pleasant pH level in your salivary glands. You’re not just cleaning your teeth, you’re promoting proper full coverage oral health.

Last but not least, Colgate’s Pro-Shield series comes in a fantastic bulk deal, and provides some of the best coverage you could ever hope to ask for. You get six medium-sized bottles, each fitted with Pro-Shield technology to help protect your teeth for up to twelve hours. Even when you’re out and about, maybe grabbing coffee or heading to a restaurant with friends, Pro-Shield is still fighting to maintain your oral health.

While Colgate does use alcohol in their mouthwash, there is a very miniscule amount, while the rest of the formula picks up the pace to kill 99% of all germs and bacteria. If you’ve ever found yourself feeling like standard mouthwash just isn’t cutting it, it’s time to upgrade your shield, and start feeling protection from dawn until dusk with Colgate.