Self-topical neutral fluoride dentifrice containing 1.1% (w/w) sodium fluoride for use as a dental caries preventive in adults and pediatric patients.

Sodium fluoride 1.1% (w/w)

Purified water, sorbitol, hydrated silica, PEG-12, tetrapotassium pyrophosphate, sodium lauryl sulfate, mint flavor (Spearmint flavor only), xanthan gum, sodium benzoate, fruit flavor (Fruitastic™* flavor only), sodium saccharin, titanium dioxide (Fruitastic™* flavor only), FD&C Blue #1 (Spearmint flavor only), D&C Red #33 (Fruitastic™* flavor only)

Frequent topical applications to the teeth with preparations having a relatively high fluoride content increase tooth resistance to acid dissolution and enhance penetration of the fluoride ion into tooth enamel.

A dental caries preventive; for once daily self-applied topical use. It is well established that 1.1% sodium fluoride is safe and extraordinarily effective as a caries preventive when applied frequently with mouthpiece applicators.^4-7 PreviDent 5000 Plus (Rx) brand of 1.1% sodium fluoride in a squeeze-tube is easily applied onto a toothbrush. This prescription dental cream should be used once daily in place of your regular toothpaste unless otherwise instructed by your dental professional. May be used in areas where drinking water is fluoridated since topical fluoride cannot produce fluorosis. (See WARNINGS below for exception.)

Do not use in pediatric patients under age 6 years unless recommended by a dentist or physician.

Prolonged daily ingestion may result in various degrees of dental fluorosis in pediatric patients under age 6 years, especially if the water fluoridation exceeds 0.6 ppm, since younger pediatric patients frequently cannot perform the brushing process without significant swallowing. Use in pediatric patients under age 6 years requires special supervision to prevent repeated swallowing of dental cream, which could cause dental fluorosis. Read directions carefully before using. Keep out of reach of infants and children.

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