Corsdyl question

busiscoming2

What is the 'ingredient' that makes this toothpaste different from mainstream toothpastes?

worried_jim

http://www.corsodyl.co.uk/treat-gum-disease/products/daily-toothpaste/

Corsodyl Mint & Original Mouthwash, Corsodyl 0.2% Mouthwash (alcohol free), Corsodyl Spray and Corsodyl 1% w/w dental gel are medicines containing chlorhexidine digluconate for the treatment of early signs of gum disease. Always read the label. Corsodyl Toothpaste is a medical device.

chlorhexidine digluconate-

Chlorhexidine digluconate is a powerful antimicrobial agent. It is notable for its effectiveness for killing a wide range of bacteria, including both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria (the two largest classes of bacteria). It is also an effective anti-fungal and anti-spore agent. Chlorhexidine digluconate is commonly used as an active ingredient in germicidal mouthwash, pet shampoo, surgical lubricants and wipes, and hand soap.

Dental Uses
Among the most common uses of chlorhexidine digluconate is as an oral antiseptic. Since the compound is an effective antimicrobial agent, use as a mouthwash reduces the amount of bacteria in the mouth. Chlorhexidine digluconate is particularly effective as an oral antiseptic because it is absorbed by tooth surfaces and thus provides long-lasting protection. In addition to its common use a mouthwash, chlorhexidine digluconate is used as an antiseptic rinse before, during and after periodontal procedures.

Owain_Moneysaver

Corsodyl toothpaste is a 'medical device' not a medicine.

According to its website its active ingredients are Sodium bicarbonate and sodium fluoride (1400 ppm fluoride).

Unlike most Corsodyl products it appears to not contain chlorhexidine digluconate.

busiscoming2

So what is it in the toothpaste that stops/helps/heals the bleeding if it doesn't contain chlorhexidine digluconate ?

What is mean't by medical device?

brook2jack

Nothing. There is no toothpaste, mouthwash etc that stops/helps gums bleeding.

Gums bleed because plaque is left on them , the plaque makes the gums inflamed and they bleed.

The only effective, scientifically proven way of controlling gum disease and bleeding is proper, effective cleaning. Unfortunately 80% of people do not clean effectively. It means brushing right onto the gums with your toothbrush (which will make them bleed worse at first) and using floss and/or tepe brushes every day without fail. A break of a day or two is enough for the bleeding to start again.

Effective cleaning has a shed load of science to prove its effectiveness against gum disease. Toothpastes have advertising and company sponsored studies but no real science.

You don't need any special toothpaste and should not use any mouthwash unless advised to , so long as toothpaste has fluoride in it (to combat decay not gum disease) it will be as effective as any other.

brook2jack

No one should use any chlorhexidine product unless advised to by dentist/doctor and then only for a short time. There are increasing numbers of people developing allergies (a lady died not long ago after using mouthwash) and also evidence of bacteria developing resistance.

A medical device is a legal term used to define what regulations apply to things like toothpastes etc. it means that the device diagnoses,treats or prevents disease in a way that is not chemical ie it is not a medicine.

rainbowfairydust

brook2jack wrote: »

No one should use any chlorhexidine product unless advised to by dentist/doctor and then only for a short time. There are increasing numbers of people developing allergies (a lady died not long ago after using mouthwash) and also evidence of bacteria developing resistance.

A medical device is a legal term used to define what regulations apply to things like toothpastes etc. it means that the device diagnoses,treats or prevents disease in a way that is not chemical ie it is not a medicine.

just had a google to see what chlorhexidine products were, and this image popped up. Several bargain shops in my area sell this product in their shop and advertise as a cheaper alternative to corsodyl.:eek:

Owain_Moneysaver

rainbowfairydust wrote: »

just had a google to see what chlorhexidine products were, and this image popped up. Several bargain shops in my area sell this product in their shop and advertise as a cheaper alternative to corsodyl.:eek:

Nothing wrong with that; it's a generic version with the same active ingredient. No different from paying 30p for Tesco Paracetamol instead of £3 for Expensive Branded Painkiller Containing Paracetamol.

brook2jack

But you shouldn't be using it , or any mouthwash unless advised to by a dentist, hygienist.

Chlorhexidine mouthwashes should only be used for a short time as they stain teeth brown, and there is a growing problem of both allergy and bacterial resistance. There is no reason to use it regularly and many not to use it all or only for a short time.