Dentyl pH
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Dentyl pH is a brand of mouthwash
. Traditional mouthwash formulations use alcohol
or other antimicrobial
ingredients to kill bacteria in order to control halitosis
. Although Dentyl pH contains anti-bacterial
agents (cetylpyridinium chloride
, triclosan
), it also contains an oil (isopropyl myristate
) that offers high adhesion to bacteria (better than other bacteria or tissue) in order to remove bacteria from the mouth. Dentyl pH is (as of 2007) one of the top two mouthwash brands in the United Kingdom.
Dentyl pH is sold in Australia, Cyprus, United Kingdom, Finland, France, Ghana, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Malta, New Zealand
, Slovenia, and South Africa. In Israel it is sold under the names Orbitol and Assuta.
Dentyl has the same acidity as saliva, so it will not dissolve calcium
on teeth, it is also alcohol free.
and gum disease. Dentyl pH instantly sparked interest due to its unique formula; It consists of two separate, coloured phases: a water-based phase that contains the antibacterial agent Cetylpyridinium Chloride
(CPC) and an oil-based solution with natural essential oils. The mouthwash is shaken before use to create a temporary emulsion so that the oils mix with the CPC. This emulsion is clinically proven to lift debris and bacteria from the mouth and is stated to kill up to 99% of oral bacteria. The use of oil in a mouthwash product was proposed by Mel Rosenberg
, following his study of bacteria that break down oil spills.
In 2007, Dentyl pH released Icy-Fresh Mint and Icy-Fresh Cherry flavours to be sold alongside the original Smooth Mint flavoured mouthwash. In July of 2007, the brand was bought by Blistex Inc.
A new flavour, Minty Citrus Splash, was launched in 2008, the first flavour of its kind in the market.
In 2009, Dentyl pH developed Ultra Cleanse, which contains Bicarbonate of Soda to help neutralise plaque acid and further minimise build up of plaque.
In the UK, April 2009, Dentyl was recalled due to a 'microbiological problem' by its UK manufacturer McBride. This led to the product being withdrawn from McBride and the contract being given to Boots Contract Manufacturing at their facility in Nottingham.
Mouthwash
Mouthwash or mouth rinse is a product used to enhance oral hygiene. Some manufacturers of mouthwash claim that antiseptic and anti-plaque mouth rinse kill the bacterial plaque causing cavities, gingivitis, and bad breath. Anti-cavity mouth rinse uses fluoride to protect against tooth decay...
. Traditional mouthwash formulations use alcohol
Alcohol
In chemistry, an alcohol is an organic compound in which the hydroxy functional group is bound to a carbon atom. In particular, this carbon center should be saturated, having single bonds to three other atoms....
or other antimicrobial
Antimicrobial
An anti-microbial is a substance that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, or protozoans. Antimicrobial drugs either kill microbes or prevent the growth of microbes...
ingredients to kill bacteria in order to control halitosis
Halitosis
Halitosis is a term used to describe noticeably unpleasant odors exhaled in breathing. Halitosis is estimated to be the third most frequent reason for seeking dental aid, following tooth decay and periodontal disease.- General :...
. Although Dentyl pH contains anti-bacterial
Antiseptic
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction...
agents (cetylpyridinium chloride
Cetylpyridinium chloride
Cetylpyridinium chloride is a cationic quaternary ammonium compound in some types of mouthwashes, toothpastes, lozenges, throat sprays, breath sprays, and nasal sprays. It is an antiseptic that kills bacteria and other microorganisms. It has been shown to be effective in preventing dental plaque...
, triclosan
Triclosan
Triclosan is an antibacterial and antifungal agent. It is a polychloro phenoxy phenol. Despite being used in many consumer products, beyond its use in toothpaste to prevent gingivitis, there is no evidence according to the American Food and Drug Administration that triclosan provides an extra...
), it also contains an oil (isopropyl myristate
Isopropyl myristate
Isopropyl myristate is the ester of isopropanol and myristic acid.-Uses:Isopropyl myristate is used in cosmetic and topical medicinal preparations where good absorption through the skin is desired...
) that offers high adhesion to bacteria (better than other bacteria or tissue) in order to remove bacteria from the mouth. Dentyl pH is (as of 2007) one of the top two mouthwash brands in the United Kingdom.
Dentyl pH is sold in Australia, Cyprus, United Kingdom, Finland, France, Ghana, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Malta, New Zealand
New Zealand
New Zealand is an island country in the south-western Pacific Ocean comprising two main landmasses and numerous smaller islands. The country is situated some east of Australia across the Tasman Sea, and roughly south of the Pacific island nations of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga...
, Slovenia, and South Africa. In Israel it is sold under the names Orbitol and Assuta.
Dentyl has the same acidity as saliva, so it will not dissolve calcium
Calcium
Calcium is the chemical element with the symbol Ca and atomic number 20. It has an atomic mass of 40.078 amu. Calcium is a soft gray alkaline earth metal, and is the fifth-most-abundant element by mass in the Earth's crust...
on teeth, it is also alcohol free.
History
Dentyl pH was first launched in the UK in 1997, through Fresh Breath Limited, as part of a patients' programme that aimed to prevent or treat bad breath, plaquePlaque
Plaque or placque may refer to:* Commemorative plaque, a flat ornamental plate or tablet fixed to a wall, used to mark a significant event, person, etc.* Memorial Plaque, issued to next-of-kin of dead British military personnel after World War I...
and gum disease. Dentyl pH instantly sparked interest due to its unique formula; It consists of two separate, coloured phases: a water-based phase that contains the antibacterial agent Cetylpyridinium Chloride
Cetylpyridinium chloride
Cetylpyridinium chloride is a cationic quaternary ammonium compound in some types of mouthwashes, toothpastes, lozenges, throat sprays, breath sprays, and nasal sprays. It is an antiseptic that kills bacteria and other microorganisms. It has been shown to be effective in preventing dental plaque...
(CPC) and an oil-based solution with natural essential oils. The mouthwash is shaken before use to create a temporary emulsion so that the oils mix with the CPC. This emulsion is clinically proven to lift debris and bacteria from the mouth and is stated to kill up to 99% of oral bacteria. The use of oil in a mouthwash product was proposed by Mel Rosenberg
Mel Rosenberg
Mel Rosenberg is a microbiologist best known for his research on the diagnosis and treatment of bad breath .-Early Life and education:...
, following his study of bacteria that break down oil spills.
In 2007, Dentyl pH released Icy-Fresh Mint and Icy-Fresh Cherry flavours to be sold alongside the original Smooth Mint flavoured mouthwash. In July of 2007, the brand was bought by Blistex Inc.
A new flavour, Minty Citrus Splash, was launched in 2008, the first flavour of its kind in the market.
In 2009, Dentyl pH developed Ultra Cleanse, which contains Bicarbonate of Soda to help neutralise plaque acid and further minimise build up of plaque.
In the UK, April 2009, Dentyl was recalled due to a 'microbiological problem' by its UK manufacturer McBride. This led to the product being withdrawn from McBride and the contract being given to Boots Contract Manufacturing at their facility in Nottingham.