ICPA Xtar Paste

Toothpaste for Tartar Control

Anticalculus Toothpaste

Composition:
Potassium pyrophosphate, sodium pyrophosphate in a combined concentration of 5%. Also sodium fluoride 0.24% equivalent to 900 ppm

Mode of Action:

• When toothpaste containing the soluble tetra sodium/ potassium pyrophosphate is applied to the teeth and gums, a chemical bonding process occurs.
• Pyrophosphates (crystal growth inhibitor) act as chelating agent and removes calcium from the saliva to form a soluble complex that can be rinsed away with water thereby controlling new calculus buildup.
• Any calcium phosphate that has not yet bonded to teeth is attracted to the sodium pyrophosphate. When the new compound mixes with water, it is completely dissolved.
• The toothpaste cannot dissolve the tartar that has already bonded with the enamel, but it can stop future deposits from forming.
• Fluoride also inhibits the metabolism of acid-producing bacteria thereby indirectly help in tartar control in addition to controlling cavities.

Indication:
Individuals clinically diagnosed as heavy calculus formers

Dosage:
Brush teeth thoroughly after each meal or at least twice a day. To minimize swallowing by child, use only pea sized amount. Child’s brushing and rinsing should be under adult supervision. Children under 2 years of age, consult a doctor/dentist.

• XTAR should be recommended for minimum 8-12 weeks and after which doctor should evaluate the results and continue further treatment
• XTAR is a specialized toothpaste for calculus prone patients, hence it is recommended only as a toothpaste for calculus control

Storage:
Keep tube capped when not in use. Store below 30°C.

Contraindications:
Known sensitivity to any of the active ingredients or excipients.