Crest Pro-Health Smooth Formula Toothpaste, Clean Mint, 4.6 oz, 3 Count

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Assessment of the effects of a stannous fluoride dentifrice on gingivitis in a two-month positive-controlled clinical study.

In a clinical trial, 99% of gingivitis patients saw a reduction in gum bleeding and inflammation in 8 weeks while using Crest Gum Detoxify toothpaste. New: A brand-new, unused, unopened and undamaged item in original retail packaging (where packaging .Use of alcohol-free antimicrobial mouth rinse is associated with decreased incidence of preterm birth in a high-risk population". As part of good oral hygiene home care, Crest Pro-Health Clean Mint toothpaste provides patients with fluoride in a stannous fluoride formulation that has also been proven to create a protective barrier against acids as well as to reduce the level of overnight plaque on the teeth. Toothpastes are among such products and, since the first commercially available toothpaste was launched in the late 1800s, they have evolved considerably in terms of their ingredients, how they’re dispensed and their oral health benefits. The ADA Council on Scientific Affairs’ Acceptance of Crest Pro Health Toothpaste is based on its finding that the product is safe and has shown efficacy in helping to prevent tooth decay, gingivitis and plaque above the gumline, to relieve sensitivity in otherwise normal teeth, and to prevent or reduce enamel erosion from dietary acids, when used as directed. Crest was introduced in the United States as "Fluoristan" in 1954, as it contained stannous fluoride.

They were defeated time and again by the "Crest Team", a group of people dressed in Crest-themed jumpsuits, who wielded giant toothbrushes and tubes of Crest to not only ward off the Cavity Creeps but to protect the wall as well. One notable ad campaign from the brand was in the late 1970s and early 1980s, written and produced by Gregory Sinnott and designed by comic book artist Herb Trimpe, where animated ads featured the "Cavity Creeps", a group of grey-colored, rocky humanoid creatures bent on destroying the city of "Toothopolis" (essentially an island city protected by an enormous wall of teeth), with their signature battle cry "We make holes in teeth!Crest has noted that this staining is actually an indication that the product is working as intended, as the stains are a result of bacteria dying on the teeth. Most recommend at-home whitening products as the follow-up regimen for patients who want to maintain the shade they achieved from whitening.

Adequate toothbrushing may prevent these stain which are not harmful or permanent and may be removed by your dentist. Patients can now take an active role in choosing a Crest toothpaste that meets their needs for healthy gums and strong teeth. Containing two powerful ingredients- therapeutic stannous fluoride to protect against gingivitis, plaque, cavities and sensitivity; and sodium hexametaphosphate, a stain-fighting ingredient- Crest Pro-Health toothpastes deliver comprehensive protection for patients’ teeth. A recent evaluation conducted by Contemporary Product Solutions solicited the opinions of dental team members after they offered the new Crest Pro-Health Clean Mint toothpaste in their practices. However, it is especially recommended for those who are conscious about their morning breathe and who wish to wake up with their mouth feeling fresh and clean.

Stannous fluoride works against gingivitis up to 4mm below the gumline by neutralizing plaque bacteria, binding to and blocking toxic metabolites from attaching to immune receptors, preventing a cellular inflammatory response. The anti-microbial mechanism-of-action of stannous fluoride involves killing bacteria, but its main mechanism-of-action is interfering with the metabolic activities of bacteria so that they produce less by-products, including lipopolysaccharides. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. Significantly improve your patient’s gingival health: Crest Gum Detoxify with Activated Foam delivers stannous fluoride around and even below the gumline for lasting gum protection. Crest is accepted by the American Dental Association (ADA), [8] [9] as well as by equivalent dental associations in other countries.

Benefits are in these key areas dental professionals check: gingivitis, plaque, sensitivity, acid erosion effects*, caries, staining, calculus, and halitosis. To help encourage greater product use and patient compliance, a new addition to the Crest Pro-Health toothpastes was recently introduced in a different formulation. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data.

The team would encourage kids at the end of each commercial to "watch treats and see your dentist" so they could fight cavities "like the Crest Team". Upon completion of the course, participants will understand not only the fundamentals of dentifrice ingredients, but also key regulatory aspects of the dentifrice market and the role of professional societies in credentialing consumer dentifrices. The stannous fluoride in Crest Gum Detoxify remains below the gumline for twelve hours after brushing. Dental professionals continuously seek over-the-counter (OTC) products they can recommend that can enhance their patients’ compliance with at-home oral hygiene maintenance to prevent cavities, as well as prevent and improve gingival irritation.