Corsodyl Dental Gel
Corsodyl 1% w/w Dental Gel contains 1% chlorhexidine digluconate. This highly effective antimicrobial ingredient penetrates the plaque bacteria and kills it within 30 seconds. It also forms a protective antibacterial layer over the teeth and gums to prevent plaque build-up for up to 12 hours. The first thing to do if you notice a sign of gum disease is to talk to your dentist. Corsodyl 1% w/w Dental Gel is an effective short term treatment for gum problems. Use as directed on the product label.
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Corsodyl 1% w/w Dental Gel contains 1% chlorhexidine digluconate. This highly effective antimicrobial ingredient penetrates the plaque bacteria and kills it within 30 seconds. It also forms a protective antibacterial layer over the teeth and gums to prevent plaque build-up for up to 12 hours. The first thing to do if you notice a sign of gum disease is to talk to your dentist. Corsodyl 1% w/w Dental Gel is an effective short term treatment for gum problems. Use as directed on the product label.
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Suggested Directions:
- For gum disease: Brush your teeth for at least one minute once or twice daily using 2cm of gel. Continue the treatment for about a month or as recommended by your dentist.
- For mouth ulcers or oral thrush: Apply gel directly to the sore areas using your finger top or a cotton bud once or twice daily for at least one minute.
- For denture sore mouth: Smear gel lightly over the fitting surfaces of the dentures before insertion; cleanse and soak the dentures in Corsodyl Treatment Mouthwash for 15 minutes twice daily or as directed by your dentist.
- After dental surgery or tooth decay: Use as directed by your dentist.
Ingredients: 1% w/w Chlorhexidine Digluconate.Hydroxypropylcellulose, Macrogolglycerol Hydroxystearate, Sodium acetate, Levomenthol, Peppermint Oil, Isoprpyl alcohol and water. Macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate may cause skin reactions.
What else to know: Not for use by children under 12 years of age unless on the advice of dental professional or doctor. Corsodyl 1% w/w Dental Gel for gum disease may cause temporary discolouration of the teeth or tongue. This can be removed by twice daily brushing with toothpaste or by your dentist or hygienist. You can reduce the risk of staining by avoiding drinking tea, coffee or red wine, especially up to one hour after use.
Precautions: Use according to the directions on the product taking the appropriate cautions outlined. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions, underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.