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OTC Dentifrices. Whitening Hypersensitivity Triclosan. Ghazaleh Bazyar , Vanessa Cook, Jane Hoffmann. Whitening Toothpastes. Two factors impact tooth color: Intrinsic color of the tooth Extrinsic stains Whitening products work either by: Removing stains Bleaching of the teeth.
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OTC Dentifrices • Whitening • Hypersensitivity • Triclosan GhazalehBazyar, Vanessa Cook, Jane Hoffmann
Whitening Toothpastes • Two factors impact tooth color: • Intrinsic color of the tooth • Extrinsic stains • Whitening products work either by: • Removing stains • Bleaching of the teeth
Whitening Toothpaste Ingredients • Whitening toothpastes are usually made of two ingredients: • Abrasives for polishing • Chemical additives for breaking down stains • Optical additives providing whiteness appearance optically.
Abrasives Effectiveness • Effectiveness of abrasives depends on properties of their constituent particles such as: • Hardness • Shape • Size • Size distribution • Concentration • Optimized to reduce hard tissue wear while increasing the level and speed of whitening
Chemical Agents: Peroxides • Difficult to achieve effectiveness due to short exposure time. • However, still see improvements with peroxide formulations • 1% hydrogen peroxide/sodium bicarbonate • 0.5% calcium peroxide
Chemical Agents: Proteases • Proteases could be effective in breaking down pellicle. • Recent successful formulation: • Papain (protease enzyme), aluminia, and sodium citrate
Optical Methods • Blue covarine deposits on the tooth. • Creates a yellow to blue shift in tooth color and increase general appreance of whitness. • Combined with silica-based toothpastes can affect both extrinsic and intrinsic tooth color. • Since blue covarine product creates the optical illusion of whitening it works almost immediately.
Conclusions • Whitening toothpastes are effective, however, they require some time to show their effect. • For example, when used twice a day, it usually takes 2-4 weeks to see the effect of whitening. • Excessive use might damage tooth enamel.
Dentinal Hypersensitvity Research • According to the literature, toothpastes containing potassium citrate are effective for reducing dentin hypersensitivity in 85% of cases. • Potassium compounds are considered to prevent triggering of the intradental nerves by blocking their action potentials.
OTC Hypersensitivity Dentifrices Vanessa M. Cook Foothill College Dental Hygiene
How dentifrices combat hypersensitivity • Over the counter dentifrices: • Are self applied for mild to moderate sensitivity. • Must be applied regularly for therapeutic effects. • Tubule Occlusion. • Nerve Hyperpolarization • Rx dentifrices: • Fluoride Varnish w/ 5% Sodium Fluoride
What Causes Hypersensitivity? • Inadequate smear layer. • Increased number of dentinal tubules. • Exposed dentin. • Enamel loss. • Gingival recession. • Hydrodynamic Theory: Sensations are transmitted to the nerves in the pulp via fluid in tubules.
Nerve Hyperpolarization • Nerves are bombarded with Potassium ions making nerve less sensitive to future stimulus. • Active ingredient: • Potassium Nitrate • Potassium Chloride • Varieties available: • Aquafresh Sensitive Maximum Strength • Colgate Sensitive Fresh • Sensodyne
Tubule Occlusion • Reduces the radius of dentinal tubules: • Active Ingredients • Stannous Fluoride • Calcium Phosphate compounds. • Silica
Use of Polymethyl vinyl ether maleic acid as a adhesive Saliva testing and acid challenge testing. Importance of particle size in tubule occlusion
TriclosanIn Dentifrice:Does It Deserve Our Professional Recommendation?
Some Interesting Facts That We Should Know As Hygienists: • Mostly antibacterial properties, some antifungal and antiviral • Used for over 30 years, originally confined to health care settings in surgical scrubs in 1972. • Marketed under the trade name Microban® when used in plastics/clothing. • Used to kill bacteria on skin and other surfaces • Found in soaps, cosmetics, deodorants, and office products. Glaser, Aviva. The ubiquitous triclosan, a common antibacterial agent exposed. Pesticides and You; Beyond Pesticides/Natiional Coalition Against the Misuse of Pesticides, Vol. 24 No. 3, 2004. Web Aritcle.
Mechanism of Action: • Blocks the active site on bacteria necessary for building cell membranes and reproducing. • Works for up to 12 hours • Last year, Colgate-Palmolive announced it will remove triclosan from its product line of dish/hand soaps. • Colgate Total brand dentifrice not included in this plan. Author not listed. Johnson & Johnson to phase out triclosan, regulators remain unresponsive. Washington (DC): Beyond Pesticides/National Coalition Against the Misuse of Pesticides. 17 August, 2012. Source: CBS News. Available from: www.beyondpesticides.org/dailynewsblog
Effects of Triclosan On Human Health: • As of August 2012, evidence on safe exposure levels unclear. • Studies show impaired muscle function in fish/mice • Shown to be an endocrine disruptor; affects male/female reproductive hormones and possible fetal development. Possible links to breast cancer. • Alters thyroid function • Evidence of contamination of waterways, present in fish, umbilical cord blood, and human milk. • Present in urine of 75% of U.S. population • FDA has expressed concern over antibiotic resistance • CDC states unknown health effects at this time • EPA accelerating review to 2013, ten years ahead of schedule
What Are the Benefits of Triclosan in Dentifrice? • Effective in the reduction of gingivitis and stabilization of periodontal disease. • Non-ionic properties, blends well in dentifrice • Colgate Total introduced in 1990’s, 0.3% triclosan • Approved by FDA, endorsed by ADA • Provides effective level of plaque control
How About Some Statistics? Many studies have been done on the effects of triclosan in dentifrice. I chose a few to review and the results are as follows: • 6 month clinical studies showed up to 58.9% reduction in plaque scores, and up to 41.9% reduction in gingivitis. • Slower plaque re-growth • Provided a reduction in clinical attachment loss of 50% when compared with a control dentifrice. • Reduced the likelihood of gingivitis progressing to periodontitis • Reduction in oral malodor • Significant reduction in the number of bleeding sites • Slows progression of periodontal disease • Inhibitor of lab grown bacteria and harvested plaque
QUIZ TIME!!! • What does PVM/MA do? A: Acts as a “glue” to help occlude dentinal tubules
QUIZ TIME!!! • What is considered the safest level of exposure to Triclosan in humans? A: Evidence at this time is unclear as to what is safe.
Ouiz Time!!!! • What chemical additive gives the illusion of instant whiteness to teeth? A: Blue Covarine. It creates a yellow to blue shift in tooth color making the tooth appear white.