Colgate Prevident 5000 Plus Fruitastic Toothpaste is a prescription-strength fluoride toothpaste designed for dental caries protection. It delivers 5000 ppm fluoride to help support remineralization and root care, making it suitable for adults and those under dental supervision seeking strong topical fluoride protection.
Key benefits
- High fluoride protection delivers 5000 ppm fluoride to assist in protecting against dental caries.
- Root caries remineralization shows significant improvements, with 38% remineralization in three months and 57% in six months per available data.
- Therapeutic decay prevention supports care for exposed root surfaces when used as directed by a dental professional.
- Once-daily use replaces your regular toothpaste, offering a simple routine change for ongoing protection.
- Fluoridated water compatibility can be used in areas with fluoridated drinking water since topical fluoride is applied topically and does not cause fluorosis.
Ingredients and how they help you
- Sodium Fluoride (1.1%) provides a high level of fluoride to strengthen enamel at the surface of teeth and root areas when used as directed.
- Flavoring System (Fruitastic) makes daily brushing pleasant while delivering the therapeutic fluoride benefits.
- Purified water and binding agents help create a smooth toothpaste consistency for easy brushing and effective fluoride delivery.
- Desensitizers or auxiliary agents may be present to support user experience and application, while the primary benefit remains the prescription-strength fluoride delivery.
Usage tips and who this is for
- Use once daily in place of your regular toothpaste unless instructed otherwise by your dental professional.
- Aim to brush with this toothpaste as part of a comprehensive oral care routine, particularly if you have a history of root caries or high caries risk.
- Test a small amount first if you are starting a prescription-strength fluoride product to ensure tolerance.
- Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, seek medical advice promptly.
Colgate Prevident 5000 Plus Fruitastic Toothpaste offers a clinician-directed option for patients needing higher fluoride exposure. By using it as directed, you can support ongoing caries protection while maintaining a practical brushing routine.
How to use Colgate Prevident 5000 Plus Fruitastic Toothpaste
Follow these steps to use the toothpaste safely and effectively as prescribed.
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Prepare toothbrush
Remove a pea-sized amount of toothpaste and apply it to a toothbrush.
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Brush
Brush with the toothpaste once daily, replacing your regular toothpaste unless instructed otherwise by your dental professional.
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Rinse or spit
Spit out after brushing. Do not rinse with water immediately after use unless directed by your dental professional.
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Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from children.
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Safety note
If swallowed, seek medical advice promptly. Do not use if you have a known allergy to any ingredient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this toothpaste safe for daily use?
Yes, it is intended for once-daily self-applied topical use under the guidance of a dental professional.
Who should use Prevident 5000 Plus Fruitastic?
Adults or patients under dental supervision needing higher fluoride exposure and root caries remineralization support.
Are there any precautions I should follow?
Do not swallow. If irritation occurs, discontinue use and contact a dental professional. Keep out of reach of children.
What makes this toothpaste different from regular toothpaste?
It delivers 5000 ppm fluoride, a prescription-strength level not found in standard OTC toothpastes, and is intended to be used once daily in place of your regular toothpaste.
Can I use this with fluoridated drinking water?
Yes. It can be used in areas where drinking water is fluoridated since topical fluoride is applied topically and does not cause fluorosis.
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