Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
- Describe the FDA Monograph system.
- Compare the Monograph system with a New Drug Application (NDA).
- Differentiate between claims for therapeutic and cosmetic benefits.
- Describe the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance program.
- Explain fluoride’s mechanism of action and understand key differences in common fluorides.
- List common antiplaque/antigingivitis ingredients in dentifrices and describe their mechanisms of action.
- Compare nerve desensitizing and dentin tubule occluding agents and describe how these agents act to treat dentinal hypersensitivity.
- Name the dentifrice ingredients used to control calculus, stain and bad breath; explain how these agents function.
- Understand the evolution and combination of different benefits in the dentifrice marketplace.
- Describe the role of dentifrice ingredients used to improve esthetics and stability.
- Explain compatibility concerns manufacturers face when formulating a dentifrice.
