DENMAT ACQUIRES FLUORIDEX TOOTHPASTES RINSE PORTFOLIO

DENMAT ACQUIRES FLUORIDEX TOOTHPASTES & RINSE PORTFOLIO

Lompoc, CA – DenMat, a leading manufacturer of innovative esthetic dentistry and advanced oral health solutions, has acquired the Fluoridex brand and product portfolio from Philips Oral Healthcare, the makers of Sonicare. Originally a Discus Dental product, Fluoridex is a premium line of prescription-strength fluoride toothpastes and a mouthrinse, indicated for the treatment and prevention of dental caries, and available exclusively through dental professionals.

As of January 3, the entire Fluoridex line, including sales, marketing and manufacturing, have been transferred to DenMat. DenMat’s Fluoridex products are identical to the previous Philips products, including the same formulas, ingredients, and raw materials such as tubes, bottles and caps. DenMat’s global headquarters in Lompoc, California has begun distribution of Fluoridex for U.S.-based customers, and DenMat will utilize the same Canadian distribution facility that has managed Fluoridex order-fulfillment in Canada for the past 10 years.

A Loyal Following  

The Fluoridex product line was launched by Discus Dental in 1998 in an effort to provide dental professionals with a prescription-strength solution that could immediately be dispensed to high risk and/or immunocompromised patients, ensuring compliance and improved oral health. Robert Cartagena, DenMat’s chief operating officer and former chief operating officer for Discus Dental, explains the history behind and the relevance of this product line for dental practices: “Fluoridex has a long history of brand preference and customer loyalty. Simply put, patients love the taste and the ease of use of Fluoridex products, while clinicians love the fact that their patients are more likely to be compliant with treatment if they have immediate access to the proper oral care solutions. We’re thrilled that the same great Fluoridex products introduced by Discus Dental are now available exclusively from DenMat,” says Cartagena.

Formulas Patients Need; Tastes They Love  

Fluoride, the active ingredient in Fluoridex products, has been shown to prevent and control dental caries, and to enhance enamel remineralization. Fluoridex toothpastes contain 1.1% neutral sodium fluoride, concentrated at 5000 parts per million — more than four times the active ingredient of non-prescription brands. As an adjunct for patients with tooth or gum sensitivity, Fluoridex Daily Renewal Rinse contains concentrated 0.63% stannous fluoride.

Fluoridex is recommended for a wide range of patients, including those with current and recent caries, xerostomia, orthodontic appliances, extensive restorations and those over the age of 65.

The New Era  

DenMat will continue to offer the same products previously offered by Philips Oral Healthcare:

Daily Defense Toothpaste — inhibits bacterial activity and enhances remineralization

Sensitivity Relief Toothpaste — includes 5% potassium nitrate for sensitivity relief

Sensitivity Relief SLS

Free Toothpaste — includes 5% potassium nitrate for sensitivity relief, without added sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)

Enhanced Whitening Toothpaste — provides the anti-caries benefits of professional-strength fluoride, plus silica to help remove surface stains without the use of hydrogen peroxide

Daily Renewal Rinse — offers prescription-strength caries protection and dental desensitization for patients with sensitivity

“Fluoridex is a natural fit within DenMat’s growing oral hygiene portfolio, and further strengthens our value proposition to help dental practitioners grow their practices,” explains Matt Whelan, chief sales & marketing officer for DenMat. “These products perfectly complement the latest and greatest Rotadent power toothbrush – Rotadent ProCare – which we introduced in 2016. Together, Rotadent ProCare and Fluoridex offer dental professionals a unique pairing of premium homecare solutions, with proven track records of compliance, not available through retail distribution.”

For more information, visit denmat.com or call 1-800-433-6628.