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IDS Press Conference 2011
Prof. Dr. Nezar Watted, Jatt/Jerusalem, Israel
MI Paste PLUS – Extended advantages for patients undergoing Orthodontic
Treatment
GC has always paid particular attention to the scientific and clinical efficacy
of its products. MI Paste PLUS is a good example of this: This unique
fluoridated product, containing the active ingredient RecaldentTM, has been
proven to play a key role in remineralisation and caries prophylaxis in
numerous studies. Recently, research has also shown that the use of MI
Paste PLUS during orthodontic treatment can not only treat but prevent
white spot lesions.
White spots indicate the initial formation of carious lesions which can become visible
either during or after orthodontic treatment. Scientific literature about this
widespread condition has revealed that initial lesions occur on more than 37 percent
of teeth during orthodontic treatment. Other studies document white spot prevalence
of up to 60 percent in patients during orthodontic treatment.
Scientific evidence has proven that MI Paste PLUS counteracts demineralisation of
teeth, which prevents white spots from occurring. The answer to this lies in CPP-ACP
(Casein Phosphopeptide – Amorphous Calcium Phosphate), the active ingredient
which delivers bio-available calcium and phosphate ions to the teeth and oral
environment. In the process, the remineralising effect of this dental topical paste
treats initial carious lesions, thus rendering it an effective tool for successful white
spot management. The combination of active ingredients allows minerals to
penetrate deep into initial lesions. In addition, Recaldent TM is biocompatible, so MI
Paste PLUS prevents the formation of initial caries naturally.
MI Paste PLUS can be integrated into treatment procedures in orthodontic practices
easily and efficiently – and allows for long-term white spot management.
Press Conference 2011 – Prof. Dr. Watted
GC Europe Head Office
Interleuvenlaan 33 B-3001 Leuven