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Dental FlossProcter & Gamble: Oral-B Glide Pro-Health Clinical Protection Floss

Oral-B Glide Pro-Health Clinical Protection Floss is clinically proven to help reverse gingivitis in two weeks as part of a comprehensive dental health routine. This shred-resistant fl oss invigorates gums and slides up to 50 percent more easily in tight spaces versus the leading fl oss, while protecting against cavities and bad breath.

(Votes: 401 of 802)

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In-Offi ce Sensitivity Products (non-fl uoride varnish)Kulzer: Gluma

Gluma is the most well-known and trusted desensitizer in the dental industry worldwide. Used in more than 50 million restorations, Gluma Desensitizer is preferred for preventing and eliminating hypersensitivity. Just one drop of Gluma is all that’s needed and the results are fast and effective. No mixing, no curing and no repetitive steps.

(Votes: 227 of 802)


In-Offi ce Topical Fluoride: Varnish3M Oral Care: Vanish 5% NaF White Varnish

Vanish 5% NaF White Varnish is an optimized, clear varnish with an extended release of fl uoride, calcium and phosphate—up to 24 hours. It is formulated to stay in contact with the teeth longer, for effective and advanced protection. It deposits strong acid-resistant mineral on tooth surfaces, including dentin tubules, to relieve hypersensitivity.

(Votes: 114 of 802)


Mouthrinses: Alcohol-FreeGlaxoSmithKline: Biotene Dry Mouth Mouthwash

Biotène Dry Mouth Oral Rinse is specially formulated to provide immediate dry mouth symptom relief that lasts for up to four hours and freshens breath.

(Votes: 179 of 802)


Dental Floss: Floss ThreadersProcter & Gamble: Oral-B Super Floss

Oral-B Super Floss is ideal for cleaning braces, bridges and wide gaps between teeth. Its three unique components—a stiffened-end dental fl oss threader, spongy fl oss and regular fl oss—all work together for maximum benefi ts. Oral-B Super Floss allows for easy fl ossing under appliances, cleaning between wide spaces and removing plaque under the gumline. Super Floss comes in convenient, premeasured strands.

(Votes: 244 of 802)


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MouthrinsesJohnson & Johnson: Listerine Antiseptic

Listerine Antiseptic kills germs that cause bad breath, plaque and the gum disease gingivitis. Learn more at listerineprofessional.com

(Votes: 312 of 802)


Oral Cancer ScreeningLED Dental: VELscope Vx

The VELscope Vx system enhances the way practitioners examine the oral mucosa and screen for tissue abnormalities, potentially leading to the earlier visualization of precancer, cancer or other disease processes. For more information, visit velscope.com or call 844-952-7327.

(Votes: 124 of 802)


Pit and Fissure Sealants3M Oral Care: Clinpro Sealant

Clinpro Sealant’s unique patented color-change technology makes sealant application easier than ever. This fl uoride-releasing sealant goes on pink and cures to a natural white. Applied with a convenient ultra-fi ne syringe tip, its low-viscosity formula fl ows easily into pits and fi ssures, yet is viscous enough to stay in place during application.

(Votes: 183 of 802)


Prescription Fluoride: Daily UseColgate-Palmolive: PreviDent 5000ppm Booster Plus/ Dry Mouth/ Sensitive (1.1% sodium fluoride)

With 1.1 percent sodium fl uoride, Colgate PreviDent 5000 is the ideal fl uoride treatment for patients with high caries risk. Prescribe PreviDent 5000 Booster Plus for orthodontic and crown and bridge patients. Choose PreviDent Sensitive with 5 percent potassium nitrate for hypersensitivity. PreviDent Dry Mouth with a soothing mint fl avor and SLS-free formula is ideal for xerostomia patients.

(Votes: 484 of 802)


Prophylaxis: HandpiecesDentsply Sirona Instruments: Midwest RDH Freedom

The Midwest RDH Freedom cordless prophy system offers exceptional ergonomics and a lightweight design. The cordless, balanced design—designed to reduce the wrist fatigue associated with cords—allows for comfortable access to all areas of the mouth.

(Votes: 219 of 802)



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Prophylaxis: Prophy AnglesHenry Schein Dental: Acclean Disposable Prophy Angles

These individually wrapped disposable angles combine high-strength plastic components and a gear design that delivers maximum torque and vibration-free operation. A nonslip grip improves overall control and tactile sensitivity.

(Votes: 70 of 802)


Prophylaxis: Prophy PasteDentsply Sirona Preventive: NuPro

NuPro provides everything necessary for excellent stain removal and polishing. With a truly splatter-free formula, it rinses cleanly and easily. Choose from four grits and the largest selection of great tasting fl avors with 1.23 percent fl uoride ion. Select fl avors are also available without fl uoride. For more information, visit denstply.com.

(Votes: 217 of 802)


Toothbrushes: PowerPhilips Oral Healthcare: Sonicare/Sonicare FlexCare

Philips Sonicare FlexCare Platinum Connected is the latest innovation from the top dental professional-recommended power toothbrush brand in the United States. The product uses Bluetooth wireless technology to connect to an app that tracks brushing in real time and reveals trouble spots, ultimately guiding patients to a complete clean even when they’re out of the dental chair. Unique Smart Sensor technology specifi cally tracks brushing location, scrubbing and pressure and alerts patients to change their behavior. The Touch Up feature even tells patients the spots they missed after brushing, and data stored in the handle makes it easy to use the technology and monitor brushing habits even without the phone in the bathroom.

(Votes: 454 of 802)


Toothpaste: Desensitizing GlaxoSmithKline: Sensodyne

Sensodyne Repair & Protect toothpaste builds a robust reparative layer over and within dentin tubules, with twice-daily brushing. The layer begins to form from the fi rst use and provides proven, lasting protection from dentin hypersensitivity.

(Votes: 410 of 802)


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Toothbrushes: ManualProcter & Gamble: Oral-B Manual Toothbrush

Oral-B, a leader in the brushing market, has pioneered many technologies commonly seen today and continues to develop exceptional products, like its newest manual—the Oral-B Pro-Health Clinical ProFlex Toothbrush with innovative fl exing sides.

(Votes: 314 of 802)


ToothpasteColgate-Palmolive: Colgate Total

Colgate Total is the toothpaste for whole mouth health and reduces bacteria on teeth, tongue, cheeks and gums. It also helps reduce and prevent plaque that leads to gingivitis and fortifi es enamel. The product is not intended for prevention or treatment of more serious oral conditions. Use as directed.

(Votes: 302 of 802)


Toothpaste: WhiteningUltradent Products: Opalescence Whitening Toothpaste

Opalescence Whitening Toothpaste provides effi cient, quick fl uoride release and helps patients maintain a white, sparkling smile. The low-RDA formula provides maximum enamel, dentin and restoration protection. Opalescence Whitening Toothpaste comes in a Cool Mint fl avor, and is safe for multiple uses per day. It is triclosan-free.

(Votes: 197 of 802)


Xerostomia ProductsGlaxoSmithKline: Biotene OralBalance

Biotène OralBalance Gel provides instant and long-lasting dry-mouth symptom relief for up to four hours*, soothing and moisturizing. The portable tube is easy and discreet to use. Biotène OralBalance Gel helps maintain the oral environment, soothing and helping to protect the oral tissues.

*As measured in a 28-day clinical study

(Votes: 281 of 802)


Xylitol ProductsXlear: Spry 100% Xylitol Gums, Mints, Candies, Toothpaste and Mouthrinse

Research has shown reduced plaque and dental caries with three to fi ve daily exposures to 100 percent xylitol-sweetened products such as Spry gums, mints and candies, which come in a variety of fl avors. “Strive for fi ve Spry xylitol exposures each day” is the message from Xlear. For more information on the complete line of Spry Dental Defense Products, visit xlear.com.

(Votes: 170 of 802)



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