Teeth is a valuable gift to keep. But, unfortunately, not everyone manages to do this, and many already after forty years are forced to use dentures. Yes, the statistics is such that approximately 10% of citizens turn to dental clinics to install partial or full dentures. Their functions include the restoration of the chewing apparatus, as well as aesthetic appearance.
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Manufacturer
The first product development of the international company "GlaxoSmithKline" was made at the beginning of the 18th century. And 70 years ago, the company began to produce prosthetic care products. To date, in its arsenal, many popular brands: Parodontax, Aquafresh, Panadol other. Vast experience allowed her to enter the world leaders of manufacturers creating high-quality products.
Removable dentures - a favorable environment for the development of pathogenic bacteria, so they must be thoroughly cleaned. For these purposes, released special water-soluble tablets Korega, which, in addition to antiseptic action, also have a refreshing effect. Under this brand, the manufacturer also produces fixing cream, designed specifically for such prostheses.
Description
Dentures are cleaned using water-soluble effervescent tablets, which are used to prepare an antiseptic solution with a high degree of activity. Of all the similar tools, only Korega is the fastest.
According to the manufacturer’s instructions, it is necessary to hold the denture in the prepared solution for about 3 minutes and the number of pathogenic microbes will be reduced to 0.1%. Korega can be used daily as a standard cleaning, as well as for the purpose of complete disinfection, which is carried out by soaking the prosthesis.
Important! The product is not cleaned in the mouth, it is prohibited.
In order to carry out one procedure of cleansing the prosthesis, only one tablet is immersed in water. Conducted research on whether the solution has any side effects. It turned out that it is quite safe even for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. In some cases (a small percentage) there was a slight reddening of the oral mucosa and a burning sensation at the location of the structure.
Functions
Removable denture must be cleaned comprehensively. The care procedure should include the use of a classic brush, irrigator, floss and cleaning solution. Only in this approach can high-quality cleansing of all deposits.
In this case, even pastes and antibacterial rinses are powerless. And some types of pastes, for example, highly abrasive, can easily damage the integrity of the surface of the prosthesis, which is why microcracks often occur. After that in them bacteria begin to accumulatewhich can no longer be mechanically removed.
With this task, the Korega cleansing agent can fully cope with the following important functions:
- Prosthetic treatment to remove germs. The tablet has a wide spectrum of action due to its composition. It actively destroys the bacteria that cause inflammation in the mouth. The prepared solution will eliminate deposits in hard-to-reach places with a standard toothbrush.
- Preventing the formation of bacteria deposits. Korega, in addition to the antibacterial effect, provides the surface of the product with reliable protection against the penetration of microbes into microcracks, creating a protective film.
- Stain removal. The materials from which practically any orthopedic construction is made, over time, acquire the property of losing their original color and coloring. The product changes the paint completely or in places, forming unaesthetic stains in case of using some coloring products or during smoking. The drug Korega has properties that allow him to cope with the appeared pigmentation, as well as prevent its occurrence with regular use. This preserves the natural whiteness of the crowns.
- Deodorization. Korega tablet combines active cleansing ingredients with essential oil. Therefore, after applying the solution, the denture exudes a pleasant mint flavor, allowing you to enjoy the feeling of freshness all day long.
- Reduced discomfortwhich often occur during the period of habituation to a denture. The whole thing in the composition of the tablets Korega, in which there is a substance that creates a mild analgesic effect.
- Due to the correct selection of components of the drug, which allows for active care, increases the life of the prosthesis.
- Prevention of oral diseases, because they are most often people wearing removable dentures.
Operating principle
According to numerous reviews and studies, it can be concluded that Koreg's tablets are in fact an excellent tool for quick cleaning of a removable denture. The principle of the means is the creation of an oxygen-forming system. In the means of purification are the active components that, once in the water, enter into an active reaction with the release of oxygen. It is he who penetrates into the micropores of the whole structure. Also, oxygen plays an important role in splitting deposits and lightening of pigmented areas.
Composition
The drug Korega has a complex composition, which allows for a high degree of cleaning of a dental prosthesis. Contained components:
- The main substances that allow the tablet to dissolve in a few seconds, as well as produce oxygen, are: bicarbonate, sodium perborate, carbonate, tetraacetylethylenediamine.
- Citric acid works as an oxidizing agent.
- Synthetic polymer PVC, barely getting into the water, forms a reaction, during which surfactants are formed, uncoupling plaque.
- To the tablets for a long time retain their properties in them there is sodium benzoate, that is, a preservative.
- Anti-inflammatory and small analgesic effect has a proteolytic enzyme.
- Deeply penetrates and effectively cleans sodium lauryl sulfoacetate.
- Polymethylsiloxane acts as a link between all components of the drug, increasing the overall effectiveness.
- Potassium monopersulfate is an active oxidizing agent that removes deep stains and stains.
- Peppermint essential oil helps to alleviate pain, deodorizes the surface, and also acts as an antiseptic.
- Blue dye gives artificial crowns white.
Kinds
The hygiene products company is constantly in search of improvements to the previous models. Korega tablets are one of these. It took quite a bit of time and today another type of drug appeared on the consumer’s court. So, in total, two Koreg means for cleaning dentures were released:
- Bio Formula. Tablets allow removal of dirt and bacteria. Along with this, are able to show a mild brightening effect.
- Whitening. Korega quickly and effectively fights the pigmentation of artificial crowns, allowing you to achieve the effect of the original whiteness. Also has a pronounced antimicrobial effect.
Both types of tablets are produced in packs of cardboard of 6 and 30 pieces.
Instructions for use
To get the maximum effect you need read the instruction carefullywhich has several points:
- First, the prosthesis is cleaned with a toothbrush, removing all visible dirt.
- To get the solution you need to use a clean container, the size of which allows you to immerse the prosthesis completely. Special containers for this are sold, so it’s best to use them. Fill the container with warm water.
- Dip a tablet into the water. Without waiting for the complete dissolution of which, put the denture into the solution until it is completely covered.
- Hold the denture in the fluid for about 3-15 minutes. If tablets are used regularly, then 3 minutes is enough. If you hold for a long time and carry out cleaning regularly, the procedure can lead to an increase in the porosity of the material. For more thorough care, you can use the irrigator into which this solution is poured. It will allow to combine mechanical and antibacterial cleaning.
- After that, the prosthesis is placed under a stream of water and rinsed for 3 minutes, then dried with a napkin.
Price
All products of the company "GlaxoSmithKline", despite the popularity, belong to the economy class. The company has kept democratic prices, since its policy is designed for the massive sale of pharmaceutical products. In Russia, the drug will cost priced from 200 to 300 rudders.
Korega tablets are demanded products for cleansing prostheses. They have a large number of positive reviews, because their strengths are affordable price and high efficiency.