Mouthwash without alcohol: gentle on gums?

NCT ID NCT07160166

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether two alcohol-free mouthwashes cause mouth irritation compared to a marketed control. 169 healthy adults brushed and rinsed twice daily for 14 days. Researchers checked mouth tissues for any signs of irritation or side effects.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

alcohol-free essential oil mouthwash

What this could lead to

If successful, this could confirm that alcohol-free mouthwashes are gentle on the mouth and gums for daily use.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study with no blinding or placebo control, so results may not apply to everyone. It only looked at short-term irritation, not long-term effects.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Salus Research, Inc.

    Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46825, United States