Gingivitis

FDA Approves New Oral Rinse to Help Treat Gingivitis

Published in Hepatitis Weekly, May 16th, 2005

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new prescription treatment for gingivitis, a common gum disease that affects most adults at some point in their lives.

The Decapinol Oral Rinse treats gingivitis by reducing the number of bacteria that attach to tooth surfaces and cause dental plaque. Decapinol is approved for use in persons 12 years of age or older when routine oral hygiene is not adequate to prevent gingivitis. Decapinol is not recommended for use by pregnant women.

"This new dental rinse helps treat gingivitis when tooth brushing and flossing are not enough," said Dr. Daniel Schultz, director of FDA's Center for Devices and...

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Source: Hepatitis Weekly (2005-05-16)

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