Colgate® Duraphat®
5000ppm Fluoride Toothpaste

Prescription-only high-fluoride toothpaste, listed in the British Dental Formulary and available for prescription under the NHS.

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COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE IS A MEDICALLY LICENSED PRESCRIPTION ONLY TOOTHPASTE

Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste is a high fluoride toothpaste for the prevention of dental caries in adults over 16 years — particularly amongst patients at high risk from caries (coronal and/or root caries).

Clinical studies show that higher concentrations of fluoride in dentifrice formulations compared to regular toothpaste will provide greater anti-caries benefits, with increasing increments up to 5000ppm fluoride.¹

Listed on the Dental Practitioners' Formulary (BNF) as sodium fluoride toothpaste 1.1% DPF

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

Contains 5000ppm fluoride

For daily use instead of regular toothpaste

Great-tasting mint flavor

Listed on the Dental Practitioners' Formulary (BNF) as sodium fluoride toothpaste 1.1% DPF

PRODUCT BENEFITS

Delivers clinically proven greater caries reduction than regular toothpaste – 76% reduction in root carious lesions²

Minimum disruption to patient's regular routine helps to maximise patient compliance

Proven efficacy

Suitable for adults and adolescents 16 years and over who may be at caries risk including patients with:

Active or a history of dental caries

Exposed root surfaces

High sugar diets

Orthodontic appliances

Dry mouth

1 Tavss EA et al: (2003) Am J Dent; 16: 369-374
2 Baysan A et al: (2001) Caries Res ; 35: 41-46
Indications
PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste.

For full UK prescribing information, please click on this link - Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm Fluoride Toothpaste Information

For full Nordic prescribing information, please click on this link - Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm Fluoride Toothpaste Information Nordic

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Clinical Research
A randomized clinical trial of the anti-caries efficacy of 5000 compared to 1450 ppm fluoridated toothpaste on root caries lesions in elderly disabled nursing home residents
Ekstrand KR, Poulsen JE, Hede B, Twetman S, Qvist V, Ellwood RP: Caries Res. 2013;47(5):391-8

Reversal of primary root caries using dentifrices containing 5000 and 1100 ppm fluoride
Baysan A, Lynch E, Ellwood R, Davies R, Petersson L, Borsboom P: Caries Res. 2001 Jan-Feb;35(1):41-6

Whole-saliva fluoride levels and saturation indices in people aged 65+ during use of four different toothpaste regimens
Ekstrand KR, Ekstrand ML, Lykkeaa J, Bardow A, Twetman S: Caries Res. 2015;49(5):489-98

Relative anti-caries efficacy of 1100, 1700, 2200, and 2800 ppm fluoride ion in a sodium fluoride dentifrice over 1 year
Biesbrock AR, Gerlach RW, Bollmer BW, Faller RV, Jacobs SA, Bartizek RD: Community Dent Oral Epidemiol. 2001 Oct;29(5):382-9.

Effect of dentifrice containing 5000 ppm fluoride on non-cavitated fissure carious lesions in vivo after 2 weeks
Schirrmeister JF, Gebrande J, Altenburger MJ, Hellwig E: Am J Dent. 2007 Aug;20(4):212-6.
Information
PRODUCT INFORMATION

Usage: Prevention of dental caries in adolescents over 16 and adults, particularly amongst patients at risk from multiple caries (coronal and/or root caries).

Product benefits: Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste delivers clinically-proven greater caries reduction than regular toothpaste — 76 per cent reduction in root carious lesions.²

Mode of action: Sodium fluoride applied topically after tooth eruption reduces caries by inhibiting demineralisation and promoting remineralisation of the tooth surface. It is effective on both enamel and exposed dentine.

There is a clinically-proven dose-dependent relationship between the level of fluoride in a daily toothpaste and the degree of clinical anti-caries efficacy.¹

The longer the duration of topical fluoride application, the greater the anti-caries benefit. Results of a clinical study assessing the efficacy of Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste for at home use, found that it resulted in the hardening of:

54.9 per cent of primary carious lesions on roots after three months²

76.1 per cent of primary carious lesions on roots after six months²

Active ingredients: 5000ppm sodium fluoride (1.1%).

Directions for use Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste should be use instead of a regular fluoride toothpaste, brushing three times daily.

1 Tavss EA et al: (2003) Am J Dent; 16: 369-374
2 Baysan A et al: (2001) Caries Res; 35: 41-46
FAQs
IS COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE AVAILABLE ON PRESCRIPTION?

Yes, Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste is available on the Dental Practitioners' Formulary (BNF) as sodium fluoride toothpaste 1.1%.

WHAT THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS DOES COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE PROVIDE?

Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride provides clinically proven anti-caries benefits. No disruption to your patient's regular oral hygiene routine helps to maximise patient compliance.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE AND COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 2800PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE?

Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste contains sodium fluoride present at a level of 1.1%, which corresponds to 500mg fluoride per 100g paste. Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm toothpaste is indicated for the prevention of dental caries in adolescents and adults over 16 years of age, particularly amongst patients at risk from multiple caries (Coronal and/or root caries).

Colgate® Duraphat® 2800ppm fluoride toothpaste contains sodium fluoride present at a level of 0.619% which corresponds to 280mg fluoride per 100g paste. It is indicated for the prevention and treatment of dental caries (coronal and root) in adults and children over 10 years old.

HOW DO MY PATIENTS USE COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE?

Your patients should use Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste instead of their regular fluoride toothpaste, brushing three times daily.

WHAT IS THE FLAVOUR OF COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE?

Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste has a mint flavor.

WHAT IS THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE?

The active ingredient in Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste is sodium fluoride present at a level of 1.1%, which corresponds to 500mg fluoride per 100g paste.

WHEN SHOULD I PRESCRIBE COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE AND WHEN SHOULD I PRESCRIBE COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 2800PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE?

The variant of Colgate® Duraphat® fluoride toothpaste you prescribe to your patient will depend on the age and patient’s level of caries risk as clinically assessed by you.

Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste is indicated for patients aged 16 years and above

Colgate® Duraphat® 2800ppm fluoride toothpaste is indicated for patients aged 10 years and above

IS COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE CLINICALLY PROVEN?

Yes, Colgate® Duraphat® 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste is clinically proven to provide a 76% reduction in carious root lesions.²

HOW DOES COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE WORK?

There is a clinically proven dose-dependent relationship between the level of fluoride in a daily toothpaste and the degree of clinical anti-caries efficacy.¹

Sodium fluoride applied topically reduces caries by inhibiting demineralisation and promoting remineralisation of the tooth surface. It is effective on both enamel and exposed dentine.

HOW MANY TUBES OF COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE SHOULD I PRESCRIBE FOR MY PATIENTS?

Clinical evidence for Duraphat® toothpaste supports its continued use to optimise the prevention of caries1-4.

Consider the date of the patient’s next recall appointment and prescribe enough tubes to last until then (1 tube lasts approximately 1 month#)

# Usage as according to the summary of product characteristics

Eskstrand et al. Caries Res 2013; 47: 391-8.

Baysan et al. Caries Research 2001; 35; 41-46.

Ekstrand et al. Caries Res 2015; 49(5):489-498

Schirrmeister et al, 2007. Am J Dent. 2007 Aug; 20(4):212-6
1Tavss et al: American Journal of Dentistry, Vol 16, No. 6, December 2003
2Baysan et al: caries Res 2001 3:41-46

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Colgate® Duraphat®
5000ppm Fluoride Toothpaste

Prescription-only high-fluoride toothpaste, listed in the British Dental Formulary and available for prescription under the NHS.

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Product Details

Overview

COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE IS A MEDICALLY LICENSED PRESCRIPTION ONLY TOOTHPASTE

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

PRODUCT BENEFITS

Indications

PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Other Colgate Products Related to Caries

Clinical Research

Information

PRODUCT INFORMATION

FAQs

IS COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE AVAILABLE ON PRESCRIPTION?

WHAT THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS DOES COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE PROVIDE?

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE AND COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 2800PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE?

HOW DO MY PATIENTS USE COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE?

WHAT IS THE FLAVOUR OF COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE?

WHAT IS THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE?

WHEN SHOULD I PRESCRIBE COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE AND WHEN SHOULD I PRESCRIBE COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 2800PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE?

IS COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE CLINICALLY PROVEN?

HOW DOES COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE WORK?

HOW MANY TUBES OF COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE SHOULD I PRESCRIBE FOR MY PATIENTS?

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COLGATE® DURAPHAT® 5000PPM FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE IS A MEDICALLY LICENSED PRESCRIPTION ONLY TOOTHPASTE

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

PRODUCT BENEFITS

PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Other Colgate Products Related to Caries

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Related Products

Colgate® FluoriGard Alcohol Free Mouth Rinse

Colgate® Duraphat® Varnish 50mg/ml Dental Suspension

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Colgate® Duraphat® 2800ppm Fluoride Toothpaste

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Colgate® Duraphat®
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