Dentifrices
| Definition: |
Any preparations used for cleansing teeth; they usually contain an abrasive, detergent, binder and flavoring agent and may exist in the form of liquid, paste or powder; may also contain medicaments and caries preventives. |
| Notes: |
D25-26 qualif |
| Also Called: |
Dental Polishes |
Dentifrices Categories.
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Denture Cleansers - Substances used to clean dentures; they are usually alkaline peroxides or hypochlorites, may contain enzymes and release oxygen. Use also for sonic action cleaners. |
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Toothpaste - A dentifrice in paste form; usually contains binder, humectant, an abrasive, a detergent, flavoring agent and often caries preventives, anti-infective agents or other medicaments. |
Dentifrices Definitions and Terms
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