…Before a kiss. Kills bacteria for truly fresh breath! Sugar free, no calories.

From the manufacturer

Listerine Cool Heat PocketPaks Breath Strips, 24-Strip Pack, 3 Pack

Not just a bandage that temporarily covers up the problem, Listerine PocketPaks Oral Care Strips act differently by attacking the germs that cause bad breath. Strips dissolve instantly, freshening your breath by removing 99.9% of bad-breath germs*.

Listerine PocketPaks Oral Care Strips are sugar free, no calories. Easy on-the-go solution for fresh breath. Look for them in the oral care aisle and near the checkout counter. Also available in Cool Mint, Arctic Berry, and Freshburst.

Bad Breath: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Chewing Gum or Mints Really Help Banish Bad Breath?

Yes and no. Since bad breath is often caused by dry mouth, chewing sugar-free gum can be a great way to get those saliva glands going. It helps to flush out bacteria and usher unwanted food particles from your mouth. Gums and mints that are loaded with sugar, however, are not going to help. They mask the odor but do little to actually kill the bacteria that are causing your breath to smell.

What is halitosis (a.k.a. bad breath)?

Most bad breath is caused by poor oral hygiene. If you don’t clean your teeth and your whole mouth regularly, food particles can remain in your mouth and a sticky buildup of bacteria (also known as plaque) can form on your teeth.

The uneven surface of your tongue as well as your tonsils can trap food particles and bacteria in the mouth which produce bad breath odor. Poor oral hygiene also causes other oral health conditions such as cavities and gum disease which are also associated with bad breath. Keeping a consistent and thorough oral care routine is the best defense against bad breath

Brushing misses 75% of your mouth; Listerine rinse cleans virtually 100%!

Choose your Listerine Mouthwash for fresh breath:

• Listerine Zero with less intense flavor to kill germs
• Listerine Antiseptic with additional benefits of plaque reduction and gum disease prevention
• Listerine Ultraclean to control tartar build up

Ever wondered where Listerine rinse got its name?

Dr. Joseph Lawrence, the creator of Listerine mouthwash, wanted to name his work after a scientist who paved the way. Lister, an English doctor and surgeon, became the first surgeon to perform an operation in a chamber sterilized with pulverized antiseptic. The result? More patients survived than ever before. Inspired, Lawrence created a unique formulation of his own that was perfect for removing germs in tissues, like your mouth.

*(Study # FCLGBP0028, conducted in 2010)

Product details