DG CARE TOOTHPASTE DENTAL & GINGIVAL CARE WITH CHLORHEXIDINE PROTECTION 75 GM

Product classification

Generic category: Antibacterial oral care toothpaste
Brand: DG-Care
Product name: DG-Care Toothpaste
Active ingredients:

• Chlorhexidine (CHX) 0.1%
• Propolis
• Additional reported components: sodium lauryl sulfate, calcium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate and excipients depending on formulation

Dosage form/device type: Topical oral toothpaste
Intended population: Adults and adolescents requiring plaque control and support for gingival health.

Description

DG-Care Toothpaste is an antibacterial oral hygiene formulation intended for mechanical and chemical reduction of dental plaque and oral bacterial biofilm. The formulation combines chlorhexidine 0.1%, a broad-spectrum oral antiseptic, with propolis, a natural bee-derived substance with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. The product is promoted for management of gingivitis, plaque accumulation, gum bleeding, and post-dental procedures.

Structural / active ingredient characteristics

1. Chlorhexidine (CHX) 0.1%

• Broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent
• Active against Gram-positive and Gram-negative microorganisms
• Demonstrates prolonged oral retention (“substantivity”)
• Intended to reduce bacterial colonization and plaque formation

Chlorhexidine is commonly considered one of the most effective oral antiseptics for plaque control and gingivitis management.

Potential clinical effects:

• Reduction of dental plaque
• Reduction of gingival inflammation
• Reduction of gingival bleeding
• Reduction of oral biofilm burden

2. Propolis

• Natural resin-like substance produced by honeybees
• Contains flavonoids and bioactive compounds with antibacterial activity
• Intended to act synergistically with antiseptic ingredients

Reported effects include:

• Anti-plaque activity
• Anti-inflammatory action
• Support of gingival healing
• Potential stimulation of reparative dentin formation

Some benefits remain under investigation and strength of evidence varies among studies.

3. Menthol flavor system

• Added for refreshing sensation
• Intended to improve oral freshness and user acceptance

Functions:

• Temporary breath freshening
• Improved user compliance

(Visible on uploaded product packaging)

4. Abrasive and cleaning agents

Reported ingredients include:

• Calcium carbonate
• Sodium bicarbonate

Functions:

• Mechanical removal of surface stains
• Cleaning of tooth surfaces
• Removal of food debris and plaque deposits

Mechanism of action

DG-Care acts through combined mechanical cleaning and antimicrobial action.

Mechanisms include:

1. Mechanical removal of plaque during brushing
2. Chlorhexidine binding to oral surfaces and bacterial membranes
3. Reduction of bacterial adhesion to enamel surfaces
4. Reduction of oral biofilm formation
5. Supportive anti-inflammatory activity from propolis

Routine use may contribute to:

• reduction of gingivitis
• reduction of gum bleeding
• reduction of plaque accumulation
• reduction of halitosis
• improved oral hygiene maintenance

Indications

Based on uploaded package information:

• Gingivitis
• Gingival bleeding
• Dental plaque
• Dental caries prevention support
• Post-dental scaling
• Post-dental and gingival procedures

Directions for use

Recommended use:

• Apply DG-Care toothpaste onto a toothbrush
• Brush for approximately 2 minutes
• Use twice daily, or according to dental recommendation
• Avoid swallowing excessive amounts

The package specifically recommends brushing twice daily.

Precautions

Use cautiously in individuals with:

• known propolis allergy
• bee product hypersensitivity
• severe oral irritation
• children unable to spit adequately

Potential adverse effects associated with prolonged chlorhexidine exposure:

• tooth staining/discoloration
• altered taste sensation
• increased calculus accumulation
• transient oral irritation

Reports from community discussions have also mentioned tooth staining with DG-Care products, although user reports do not replace clinical evidence.

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