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Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ Desensitizing Paste

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TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW:



Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ with Pro-Argin™ Technology
is clinically proven to provide instant and lasting dentin hypersensitivity relief for 4 weeks

Arginine is an amino acid naturally found in saliva

  • Pro-Argin™ Technology contains calcium carbonate and arginine, an amino acid naturally found in saliva1 that provides protective oral health benefits

Pro-Argin™ Technology is different
  • Pro-Argin™ is different from other desensitizing technologies
  • Based on a natural process of tubule occlusion, it provides instant and lasting relief for 4 weeks.

    • Arginine and calcium carbonate in the Pro-Argin™ Technology bind to the dentin surface
    • This helps attract a calcium rich layer into the dentin tubules to effectively plug and seal them
    • The layer resists acids, such as low pH beverages



1. Kleinberg I. SensiStat, a new saliva-based composition for simple and effective treatment of dentinal sensitive pain. Dentristry Today December 2002; 21:42-47


PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

FLAVORS AND SIZES:
Product #Description
F04106693.0 OZ Tube
F0410642 60 unit dose cups
DESCRIPTION:

Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ is a desensitizing paste that provides instant sensitivity relief after 1 application. The Pro-Argin™ Technology effectively plugs and seals open dentin tubules when polished into teeth with a rotary cup.

COMPOSITION:

Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ Desensitizing Paste contains hydrated silica, calcium carbonate, glycerin, arginine, water, bicarbonate, flavor, cellulose gum, sodium saccharin, FD&C blue no.1.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE:

Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ is to be used for the management of sensitive teeth, post scaling and root planing. It is a tubule occluding agent designed for professional application with a rotary cup during standard dental practice hygiene procedures.

DOSAGE:

To be determined by the dental professional for the treatment of dentin hypersensitivity.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

1. Place enough paste for one procedure in a clean dappen dish or other suitable container (when dispensing from tube).
2. Fill a rotary cup with paste and run rotary cup at low to moderate speed.
3. Polish product into each tooth, on sensitive areas or areas that can become sensitive (can be applied to entire dentition). Apply product to sensitive areas for 3 seconds, then repeat.
NOTE: Throughout procedure, sufficient paste should be maintained on the cup to avoid overheating of the tooth surface. Saliva evacuation is recommended to avoid excess dilution and swallowing of the paste.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ is contraindicated in patients with a known allergy to any of the components.

WARNINGS:

Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ may cause eye irritation upon contact. If contact with eyes occurs, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation or discomfort persists.

PRECAUTIONS:

Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ should be used only by individuals professionally trained to perform dental prophylaxis. During use, wear protective glasses, mask and gloves.

STORAGE:

Store at room temperature. Do not store pastes above 77°F (25°C). Keep out of direct sunlight. Close cap immediately after use to avoid moisture loss.

LOT NUMBER AND EXPIRATION DATE:

The lot number should be quoted in all correspondences which requires identification of the product. Do not use after the expiration date. Rev. 04/09


Important Safety Information: Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™ is a desensitizing paste that should only be administered by individuals professionally trained to perform dental prophylaxis. It may cause eye irritation upon contact and is contraindicated in patients with a known allergy to any of the components.