Recaldent ™ is a derivative of the milk protein casein. It has been known for years that milk and its derivatives have a protective effect on teeth. Recent research has shown that this activity is due to a part of the casein protein called casein phosphopeptide (or CPP), to which calcium and phosphate ions are "bound" in the form of amorphous calcium phosphate (or ACP). This CPP-ACP complex (Recaldent ™ ) is therefore an ideal system for delivering freely available calcium and phosphate ions.
The first professional product containing Recaldent ™ technology is GC Tooth Mousse. Applying Recaldent ™ to the oral cavity using GC Tooth Mousse enhances the effects of saliva by delivering a very high concentration of free calcium and phosphate ions into the oral environment. This restores the mineral balance.
Characteristics
Releases Recaldent TM (CPP-ACP) to restore mineral balance in the oral environment
Provides additional protection to teeth
Helps neutralize acid attack of bacterial or dietary origin
It tastes great and makes your teeth feel smoother and cleaner.
Directions
Restore mineral balance in patients with salivary deficiencies, such as xerostomia, or in patients who have difficulty maintaining proper oral hygiene, such as during orthodontic treatments
Restore balance after procedures such as teeth whitening, professional cleaning and curettage and root planing, as well as reduce dentin hypersensitivity
Research has also shown that Recaldent TM is able to restore the visible opacity in newly formed white spots to a translucency typical of a "natural" healthy tooth.
Instructions for use When Recaldent ™ is added to the oral cavity, the CPP "sticky" part of the CPP-ACP complex immediately binds to enamel, pellicle, plaque, and soft tissue, delivering calcium and phosphate exactly where it's needed. Saliva enhances the effectiveness of CPP-ACP, and the pleasant aroma helps stimulate salivary flow. Tooth Mousse works quickly, within 2-5 minutes, but the longer CPP-ACP is kept in the mouth, the more effective it becomes.