GC TOOTH MOUSSE
HELPING YOUR TEETH THROUGHOUT YOUR LIFE
Since its introduction, GC Tooth Mousse has quickly become a firm favourite as a topical coating for teeth with a myriad of uses.
GC Tooth Mousse is a water based, sugar free crème containing RECALDENTTM (CPP-ACP), which is derived from cows milk. the below shows just some of the applicants for GC Tooth Mousse.
MOUSSE – FOR MUM TO BE
During pregnancy, hormonal changes result in a dramatic decrease in the ability of faliva to counteract acid attack. As the same time, nausea from morning sickness can lead to frequent reflux of acidic contents of the stomach, particularly in the second and third months of pregnancy. Reduced protection from saliva, combined with frequent acid reflux, means that many pregnant women are at high risk of tooth decay during pregnancy. Regular use of GC Tooth Mousse during pregnancy helps to maintain elevated levels of calcium and phosphate in the saliva, protecting the teeth from dental erosial. GC Tooth Mousse will also help sooth sensitive teeth and protect areas of decay. There is also an additional benefit because GC Tooth Mousse will inhibit growth of caries causing bacteria which can easily be transmitted to the newborn child.
BABY MOUSSE
Newly erupted teeth have yet to complete their enamel maturation and until this occurs they are more vulnerable to acid attack. Boosting levels of calcium and phosphate in the saliva facilitiates the normal post-eruption maturation process and replaces mineral loss on a daily basis. RECALDENTTM (CPP-ACP) is derived from cows’ milk and is ideal for protecting deciduous teeth at a time when oral care is difficult.
GC TOOTH MOUSSE IS FLUORIDE FREE
GC Tooth Mousse is especially useful for under 2’s, where normal or high strength fluouride products are potentionall dangerous.
GC Tooth Mousse is applied to the teeth twice daily with the finger to provide a suface film that will raise levels of essential minerals (calcium and phosphate), as well as inhibit the growth of decay causing bacteria.
GC Tooth Mousse is a safe product to use for babies’ teeth, is well tolerated by children and tastes delicious.
JUNIOR MOUSSE
Prof. Laurie Walsh, University of Queensland
For youngsters with white spot lesions on deciduous teeth, brush with a low fluoride toothpaste (400-500 ppm) specially designed for children and then apply a nightly coating of GC Tooth Mousse using the finger to cover teh white spots and leave in place whilst sleeping.
For children with early childhood tooth decay, GC Tooth Mousse can be used nightly before sleeping. A weekly application of 0.2% chlorhexide gel will also help decrease bacterial growth and reduce teh incidence of decay.
Once children reach six years of age, their dentist can apply a protective coating to the fissures of the erupting first molar teeth. This technique of tooth surfrace protection is specially recommended for partially erupted teeth at a time when these surfaces are most at risk.
As soon as all the teeth are fully erupted there are many choices to keep fissures protected from acid attached, such as resin sealants, GC Tooth Mousse and dietary control of carbohydrate intake. Starting early means healthy teeth and a healthy lifestyle for the future.
ORTHO MOUSSE
Prof. Laurie Walsh, University of Queensland
Fixed or removable orthodontic appliances are plaque traps because decay-causing bacteria prefer growing on hard surfaces. With increased levels of such bacteria in the mouth, the risk of decay increased during orthodontic treatment.
GC Tooth Mousse can help prevent plaque accumulation around brackets, archwires, springs and other appliances, and can assist the saliva in countering acids produced by dental plaque.
A regular application of GC Tooth Mousse during orthodontic treatment can prevent areas of decalcification developing. White spot problems can be stopped and reversed but it is important to use GC Tooth Mousse regularly throughout the full course of orthodontic treatment.
GC TOOTH MOUSSE FOR TOOTH SENSITIVITY
Prof. Laurie Walsh, University of Queensland
Sensitivity in teeth comes from open dentine tubules, and is particularly prevalent when the patient suffers from gastric refluz. The refluz causes repeated exposure to gastric contents which prevents any protective organic or inorganic surface film from forming to cover the tubules.
GC Tooth Mousse exerts a rapid desensitizing effect through immediate protein binding followed b the deposition of calcium and phosphate compounds within exposed dentine tubules.
This patient required treatment for severe dental hypersensitivity affecting many teeth. She had undiagnosed gastric reflux and considerable destruction of the upper front teeth had occurred from the erosive effects of stomach hydrolic acid. The lower front teeth displayed gum related erosion lesions wich were also hypersensitive.
After recommending a nighly application of GC Tooth Mousse and a home care program using a sodium bicarbonate mouthrinse to neutralise the gastric acid, the sensitivity problem diminished rapidly and the harndess of the exposed dentine increased. The teeth were then restored with a tooth coloured hilling material. Three months later the teeth were reviewed – they were no longer sensitive and the patient was comfortable and able to eat normally.
GC TOOTH MOUSSE FOR MILD FLUOROSIS
Prof. Laurie Walsh, University of Queensland
In many cases of mild fluorosis, a single non-surgical treatment sequence of etching/microabrasian followed by GC Tooth Mousse can achieve the desired result. The visual effect occurs through a slow chemical reaction, and thus patients should expect to see changes over several weeks rather than instantly.
Darryl is completing his university studies and his lifestyle poses a number of challenges for effective reminderalisation. He has regular sporting involvements with competitive rowing, which places him at risk from dental erosion should his fluid balance situation not be kept in check. Darryl’s teeth have the benefit of being formed with good fluoride exposure (in his case from fluoride tablets), and he has remained caries free to this point. Because Darryl’s enamel has higher acid resistance, he should be less vulnerable to tooth wear from erosive factors such as dehydration and the intake of acidic sports drinks, although he will, of course, still be prone to wear and attrition in the normal way. There is strong evidence that erosion is less common in patients who have good fluoride exposure.
TOOTH WHITENING
Dr. Brett Dorney, Pymbie NSW
A difficult case of fluorosis or internal tooth staining on a 26 year old patient that required two in-surgery power bleaching appointments one month apart. GC Tooth Mousse was recommended prior to treatment to reduce sensitivity often experienced during this procedure and to give an improved final result.
In between appointments GC Tooth Mousse was applied twice daily.
GC TOOTH MOUSSE FOR TOOTH WEAR
Prof. Ian Meyers, University of Queensland
Jason is a 34 year old electrician:
- Generally healthy – no medications
- Moderate heartburn/gastric reflux
- Smoked 15 cigarettes per day
- Drinks two cup of tea per day
- Bike rides 40km six days per week
- Insufficient water intake
- Moderate consumption of beer and wine
- Lower front teeth are often sensitive
- Nightime grinding of the teeth in past
- Some jaw clicking on opening
Diagnosis
Jason has considerable tooth wear. The main problem is not enough saliva being regularly produced. Saliva protects teeth and a lack of it will accelerate problems.
Dehydration has made matter worse and insufficient water intake during the day has caused a fluid imbalance.
Treatment
Applying GC Tooth Mousse twice daily and using a high fluoride toothpaste (500 ppm) helped stabilize Jason’s problems. Several of jason’t teeth were then filled and crowned to improve looks and function.
Future review and maintenance are essential to ensure Jason contines to benefit from his home care treatment.
XEROSTOMIA MOUSSE
Prof. Laurie Walsh, University of Queensland
Helen, a 55 year old school principal, complained of marked sensitivity to cold and air affecting many of the root surfaces of her teeth. This problem began six months ago but has become more severe over time. She has also noticed small cavities appearing on some of the root surfaces. Coincidentally, Helen has noticed increased dryness in both her mouth and eyes. Her general health is good and she has no other health problems. Clinical examination revealed that some teeth have exposed root surfaces and are therefore extremely sensitive. Root surface caries is present on the lower back teeth. Saliva testing also revealed problems. A lifestyle analysis revealed that Helen did not consume wither caffeine or alcohol, and has a watch intake of more than two litres per day. The combination of poor saliva and eye dryness in a female patient of this age is suggestive of primary Sjogren’s syndrome, which was confirmed by further tests. In light of her ongoing caries an erosion problems, Helen’s home care program included GC Tooth Mousse twice daily, a saliva substitute, and intermittent chlorhexide gel therapy once per week to suppress harmful bacteria. After filling her cavities, Helen was then enrolled in a three-monthly maintenance program to ensure regular review of her status and to provide ongoing fluoride varnish applications to the at-risk tooth surfaces.
TOOTH WEAR MOUSSE
Prof. Ian Meyers, University of Queensland
Joe, 67 years old, had a long history of tooth structure loss with little being done to restore form and function. His lifestyle characteristics included:
- Large consumption of fruits and past moderate consumption of black cola drinks
- Grinding of teeth at night in the past
Joe’s main complaints were sharp edges on teeth and poor appearance. Previous treatment for sensitivity included some restorative work and some endodontic treatments. While the bulk of his tooth wear occurred in the past and he had no current tooth sensitivie, demineralization and tooth wear were still active. Job was on many medications – adversely affecting his saliva.
To help improve Joe’s oral condition a home care program was designed
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