- High-fluoride toothpaste
- Helps to prevent cavities and tooth decay
- For more information, please read the patient information leaflet
Buy Colgate Duraphat Toothpaste
Duraphat is a high-fluoride toothpaste designed to prevent cavities and tooth decay. Available in two different strengths, Colgate Duraphat 2800ppm or Duraphat 5000ppm, it provides stronger protection for those at higher risk of tooth decay. Duraphat contains high levels of sodium fluoride, helping to strengthen enamel and promote the remineralisation of the tooth surface, effectively preventing dental caries.
Duraphat directions
Apply the toothpaste to your toothbrush and brush your teeth as normal. Duraphat should be used 3 times per day, after each meal.
Warnings
This product is not suitable for children under 16 years old.
Storage information
Store below 25°C out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging.
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Will I need 2800 or 5000 ppm fluoride toothpaste?
Duraphat toothpaste is available in 2800ppm and 5000ppm strengths, with the 5000ppm product containing more sodium fluoride than the 2800ppm version.
During your consultation, your doctor will decide which strength of toothpaste will be right for you, depending on the current state of your teeth and how great your risk of tooth decay is.
Another thing to consider is the age of the patient, Duraphat 2800ppm toothpaste can be used by children aged 10 and over, whereas the 5000ppm strength can only be used in people over 16.
What is tooth decay?
Tooth decay, which is also known as dental caries or cavities, is what happens when the hard surface (enamel) of your teeth is worn away, forming holes.
Cavities are usually caused by plaque, which is the sticky white film that develops on your teeth during the day.
Plaque is full of bacteria which create acids that damage your tooth enamel, and if it’s not cleaned away regularly it can wear away at your teeth, creating dental caries.
This is why a thorough daily dental care routine is so important, as brushing and flossing help to remove plaque from the surface of your teeth, giving it less chance to attack the tooth and cause lasting damage.
Is this toothpaste suitable for sensitive teeth?
Tooth sensitivity happens when the enamel on your teeth wears down, exposing the sensitive dentin beneath.
Duraphat toothpaste encourages the remineralisation of teeth, meaning it can help to strengthen your tooth enamel and the exposed dentine too.
Although this product is designed to prevent dental caries, this effect of strengthening the surface of the tooth can also help to ease sensitivity.
If you’re suffering from severe sensitivity, you may want to ask your doctor or dentist whether a high-fluoride toothpaste could help you.
Is this toothpaste made by Colgate?
Duraphat toothpaste is manufactured by Colgate, which you may know as a leading dental and oral care brand.
Unlike other Colgate products, you can’t buy this Duraphat toothpaste in the supermarket, but that doesn’t mean you should expect anything less than the excellent quality you’ve come to expect from this brand.
Do I need a prescription for this medication?
You do need a prescription for this medication in the UK.
Our healthcare professionals can provide prescriptions if they think this treatment would be right for you and your condition.
When you click the button which reads “Start Consultation” at the top of this page, you’ll see a short questionnaire set up by our healthcare team which is designed to help them understand your medical needs.
Just like an in-person consultation with your GP, our doctors will assess your answers to their questions and write a prescription for the treatment they think will be best for you.
You’ll then be able to pay for your medication and we’ll send it out to you quickly and in discreet packaging.
