The science behind Polident cleanser
Polident daily denture cleanser removes 99.9% of bacteria
Polident daily denture cleanser’s formulation removes 99.9% of odour causing bacteria* that can cause bad odours and plaque formation.1–5
*In laboratory tests. when used as directed.
Four-in-one cleaning system: active ingredients work in parallel to provide a deep clean
Four key ingredients work in combination to provide a deep clean.
- Potassium monopersulfate
- Tetra acetyl ethylene diamine (TAED)
- Sodium percarbonate
- Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)6
The active ingredients in Polident denture cleanser tablets remove 99.9% of odour causing bacteria which can result in:
- Bad odours4
4-in-1 cleaning system helps maintain denture hygiene every day
Polident denture cleanser tablets remove bacteria associated with plaque formation reducing denture biofilm mass and improving denture hygiene.5
- In in vitro laboratory tests, Polident cleansers remove 99.9% of odour causing bacteria†1,2
- Polident cleansers penetrate biofilms and remove bacteria in hard-to-reach denture surface pores where bacteria can thrive4,7
- When used as directed, Polident cleansers help remove plaque and stains from dentures, and regular use prevents stain and plaque build-up8
- Daily use of Polident cleansers with brushing removes significantly more bacteria than once-weekly denture cleanser treatment9
†Tested in vitro at 40°C for antimicrobial activity using a method derived from the European suspension test that reflected home use conditions and pack instructions10
“Dentures should be cleaned daily by soaking and brushing with an effective, nonabrasive denture cleanser”11
With daily use, Polident helps improve dentures hygienic performance
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When used daily, Polident denture cleansers improve denture hygiene9
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A laboratory study compared daily vs. weekly use of Polident denture cleansers at Day 7.9
*In a laboratory studyBacteria are highlighted in green
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Maintaining performance with minimal scratching
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- Regular toothpastes can scratch dentures, leading to microbial colonisation12
- Polident cleansers’ non-abrasive formulation is proven to clean while minimising scratching13
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Cleanser compatibility with denture materials
Polident provides a good combination of antimicrobial efficacy and material compatibility with commonly used denture materials.
Polident cleansers are suitable for:
- Overnight soaking14,15
- Metal partial surfaces14,15
Polident denture cleansers
Polident 3-minute daily cleanser
Polident cleansers help keep dentures clean every day.
Help your patients make the most of their denture with Polident
