Listerine
Listerine is an effective brand of antiseptic mouthwash that has been the most recommended mouthwash among dental professionals. No other mouthwash has a longer history of clinically proven results. Itâs the only branded over the counter therapeutic mouthwash to receive the ADA Seal of Acceptance to fight plaque and gingivitis. When you choose Listerine, youâre not just choosing the most popular mouthwash; youâre choosing the mouthwash trusted by more people.
History
Listerine has been killing germs for over a century. In 1865, after years of unsuccessful operations, English physician, Sir John Lister, performed the first-ever antiseptic surgery. Someone survived it and Listerine Antiseptic was born. The original amber-colored Listerine was formulated by Dr. Joseph Lawrence and Jordan Wheat Lambert. This concoction wasnât designed as a mouthwash; it was actually intended to be a disinfectant for surgical procedures. In 1895 Listerine was first used as a multi-purpose antiseptic, but soon it was discovered to be excellent for killing germs commonly found in the mouth. So, in 1895, the Lambert Company marketed Listerine Antiseptic to the dental profession as a new powerful antiseptic for the mouth. In 1914 the Listerine formula was so effective and popular it became one of the first prescription products to be available over the counter, founding the mouthwash category. In 1921, the makers of Listerine coined the term halitosis, what we now call bad breath. Itâs a derivative of the Latin word halitus. Although the word only recently became part of the English dictionary, halitosis has been causing embarrassment for thousands of years. In 1987, Listerine received the prestigious ADA Seal of Acceptance for its ability to fight the gum disease gingivitis.