GC Tooth Mousse Mint

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Walker G, Cai F, Shen P, Reynolds C, Ward B, Fone C, Honda S, Koganei M, Oda M, Reynolds E. Increased remineralization of tooth enamel by milk containing added casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate. J Dairy Res. 2006;73:74–8. A randomized controlled clinical trial comparing a remineralizing paste with an anti-bacterial gel to prevent early childhood caries RECALDENT™ fortifies teeth enamel by conveying calcium and phosphate to remineralize the parts that have been influenced by decay. Flink H, Tegelberg A, Arnetz J, Birkhed D. Patient-reported outcomes of caries prophylaxis among Swedish caries active adults in a long-term perspective. Swed Dent J. 2016;40(1):101–10.

Reynolds EC, Cai F, Shen P, Walker GD. Retention in plaque and remineralization of enamel lesions by various forms of calcium in a mouthrinse or sugar-free chewing gum. J Dent Res. 2003;82:206–11. Wu L, Geng K, Gao Q. Early caries preventive effects of casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) compared with conventional fluorides: a meta-analysis. Oral Health Prev Dent. 2019;17(6):495–503. It is clear that there is a wealth of scientific evidence supporting these preventive strategies, especially the use of fluorides. However research scientists have also investigated other agents which could be of value in helping the dental team and their patients to control dental caries. Ones which have achieved great popularity are Tooth Mousse® (MI Paste®) and Tooth Mousse Plus® (MI Paste Plus®) containing the active ingredient casein phosphopeptide – amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) and are marketed by the GC Corporation. Charmaz's iteration of the constant comparative method was used during data analysis [ 27]. This involved coding of interview transcripts, detailed memo writing and drawing diagrams. The transcripts were analysed as soon as possible after each interview. Coding and interpretation of data was conducted by AS, a trained researcher with PhD and experience of qualitative research and grounded theory methodology [ 28]. Team meetings were held where AS, GGA and ECR discussed data analysis findings and compared their interpretations.

Pithon MM, Baiao FS, Sant’Anna LID, Tanaka OM, Cople-Maia L. Effectiveness of casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate-containing products in the prevention and treatment of white spot lesions in orthodontic patients: a systematic review. J Investig Clin Dent. 2019;10(2):e12391.

Krithikadatta et al. [ 39] carried out a pilot study on 45 adolescent dental students with occlusal white spot lesions, comparing Tooth Mousse® and Tooth Mousse Plus® to a 0.5% fluoride mouthrinse. All three groups showed highly significant remineralising potential over the 30day test period, but Tooth Mousse® and Tooth Mousse Plus® were significantly more effective than the fluoride mouthrinse.

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Krzyściak W, Jurczak A, Kościelniak D, Bystrowska B, Skalniak A. The virulence of Streptococcus mutans and the ability to form biofilms. Eur J Clin Microbiol Infect Dis. 2014;33:499–515. Visual assessment using photographic records performed by dental experts, lay persons and the patients. Reynolds EC. Anticariogenic complexes of amorphous calcium phosphate stabilized by casein phosphopeptides: a review. Spec Care Dentist. 1998;18:8–16.

Al-Batayneh OB, Al-Rai SA, Khader YS. Effect of CPP-ACP on Streptococcus mutans in saliva of high caries-risk preschool children: a randomized clinical trial. Eur Arch Paediatr Dent. 2019;21:339–46. Product used - a CPP-ACP dental crème which is difficult to obtain or no longer available commercially.The Mouthrinse and Tooth Mousse Groups used fluoride toothpaste (unspecified concentration). The Control group brushed their teeth (toothpaste unspecified) and there was no reporting of toothbrushing in the Microabrasion group RECALDENT ® or Casein Phosphopeptide-Amorphous Calcium Phosphate (CPP-ACP) is a unique ingredient derived from naturally occurring protein found in cow’s milk. RECALDENT ® is exported worldwide and used as ingredient in various functional foods and dental products. The CPP-ACP technology is the result of many years of research at the University of Melbourne into the anticariogenic properties of milk. There is a high-level of evidence supporting the ability of CPP-ACP to remineralise early caries lesions and prevent their progression [ 10, 11, 12, 13, 14]. There are now twelve published systematic meta-analyses of these clinical studies to support the use of CPP-ACP to lower caries risk [ 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22]. In addition, CPP-ACP effectiveness has also been demonstrated in relation to the reduction of cariogenic bacteria and increased colonization of commensal microorganisms, and the reduction of dentine hypersensitivity [ 23, 24, 25, 26]. Alawadhi NB, Lippert F, Gregory RL. Effects of casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate crème on nicotine-induced Streptococcus mutans biofilm in vitro. Clin Oral Investig. 2020;24:3513–8. Yes, Studies have shown that it significantly increases the uptake of fluoride into tooth enamel thereby making the teeth more resistant to acids.