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Clinical evaluation of anticalculus dentifrices.

M Kazmierczak, M Mather, S Ciancio

    Clinical Preventive Dentistry
    |April 1, 1990
    PubMed
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    A six-month study found that a 2% zinc citrate toothpaste significantly inhibited calculus formation by 32.3% compared to a placebo. This zinc citrate dentifrice demonstrated superior calculus prevention versus Crest Tartar Control.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oral hygiene
    • Dental research
    • Preventive dentistry

    Background:

    • Dental calculus (tartar) is a significant oral health concern.
    • Existing dentifrices aim to reduce calculus formation.
    • Comparative efficacy of different anti-calculus ingredients requires ongoing investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the calculus-inhibiting efficacy of a zinc citrate dentifrice.
    • To compare the zinc citrate product against Crest Tartar Control and a placebo (Crest Regular).

    Main Methods:

    • A six-month clinical study involving 187 patients.
    • Assessment of calculus inhibition, stain, and soft tissue status.
    • Comparison of a 2% zinc citrate/silica dentifrice with Crest Tartar Control and Crest Regular.

    Main Results:

    • The zinc citrate dentifrice reduced calculus formation by 32.3% compared to the placebo.
    • Crest Tartar Control reduced calculus formation by 21.4% compared to the placebo.
    • No significant differences were observed in stain or soft tissue status among the groups.

    Conclusions:

    • Zinc citrate dentifrice demonstrates a statistically significant calculus prevention benefit.
    • The 2% zinc citrate/silica product offers superior calculus inhibition compared to the placebo.
    • All tested dentifrices were safe and well-tolerated.

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