GSK Releases New Science on Denture Care and Maintenance

When taken as a whole, the results of the research conducted by GSK along with doctors from the University Park Research Center, University of Maryland and University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine show that GSK’s Polident® tablets are highly effective in eliminating fungal and bacterial activity on dentures as well as minimizing combination food-related denture stains while saving both time and money. The studies also show that because denture acrylic is susceptible to surface roughening, which encourages bacterial attachment, it is recommended that Polident, rather than toothpaste, be used as a cleaning agent to eliminate denture scratching and assure effective cleaning. An additional study also found Polident to be a safe and effective way to clean and kill germs on orthodontic appliances.

In other studies presented at IADR/AADR, GSK examined proper denture fit and patient satisfaction and found that even for wellmade and well-fitting dentures, the use of any one of GSK’s Super PoliGrip® cream denture adhesives significantly improves denture function and patient satisfaction. Areas such as retention, stability, bite force and masticatory efficacy all significantly improved when compared to using no adhesive. Likewise, patient satisfaction and confidence also increased with the use of Super PoliGrip denture adhesives.

“These studies help show that utilizing Polident and Super PoliGrip are a benefit not only to effective denture care and maintenance but to the patient’s overall satisfaction with their dentures,” said Eric Sensky, GlaxoSmithKline Denture Care Brand Manager. “GlaxoSmithKline is dedicated to helping dental professionals serve their patients and assist them with feeling comfortable and confident with their dentures.”

The new data complements earlier research performed by GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare on helping patients transition to life with new dentures and properly care for their dentures. Those studies showed that use of Polident cleanser helped keep denture surfaces smooth, limiting the growth of bacteria and helping to keep dentures odor-free. Another study on Super PoliGrip adhesive found the  product beneficial even for well-fitting dentures, with patients reporting increased confidence, comfort and satisfaction when using the adhesive.

GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, a leader in the development of denture care products, is committed to raising awareness of the needs of edentulous patients. As part of that commitment, GSK is proud to work with the leading researchers in edentulism studies to foster education and innovation. By presenting these findings at the IADR/AADR, GSK hopes to make the most innovative and relevant information accessible to dental professionals worldwide.