Discover GC's advanced approach to preventive dentistry and minimally invasive root caries treatment, designed to empower dental professionals with innovative solutions. From Fuji TRIAGE™ for erosion management to EQUIA forte™ HT for superior caries protection, GC’s products can heighten your preventive dentistry capabilities. GC TriPlaque ID Gel™ enhances patient education by optimising brushing techniques, while GC MI Paste Plus™ and MI Varnish™ fortify enamel and tackle sensitivity with targeted fluoride treatment. Elevate your practice with our comprehensive solutions, rooted in innovation and excellence.

Restoration of root caries lesions with Fuji Triage, followed by MI Varnish application

Courtesy Prof Matteo Basso, Italy

Cervical restoration with EQUIA Forte HT

Courtesy Dr Javier Tapia Guadix, Spain

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Dentate older adults



Navigating Root Caries


With a growing elderly population, dentate older adults face unique challenges, particularly concerning root caries. Safeguarding roots involves early detection, identification of risk factors, and proactive measures in prevention or restoration. Opt for minimally invasive methods to ensure Courtesy Wim Klüter, The Netherlands adequate protection, minimising the risk of recurrence.
Root caries: a minimal intervention approach




Crafting a patient-centric treatment framework


Tailoring treatment for older individuals is crucial. The schedule below will help you choose the intervention needed for an individual patient. It highlights GC products tailored for each personalised treatment plan.
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Identify, Prevent, Recall, Restore
Identify




GC Tri Plaque ID Gel: identify different types of plaque with ease


Leveraging the GC Tri Plaque ID Gel identification tool will aid you in pinpointing cariogenic plaque. Showing the results can motivate patients, and help communicate straightforward, easy-to understand feedback to patients and caregivers to help optimise their brushing technique.
GC Tri Plaque ID Gel
Saliva-Check BUFFER: assessing saliva's protective role


Chronic dry mouth, a common issue in older individuals, has a range of causes and impacts salivary function. Saliva-Check BUFFER can discover underlying factors disrupting oral balance and contributing to demineralisation in just 5 simple steps.
Saliva-Check BUFFER: assessing saliva's protective role
Treat and prevent




Avoiding recurrence with minimally invasive restorations


Restoration alone doesn't eliminate the lesion's cause, making preventive strategies essential for halting progression.


    
    
  • Eliminate plaque retention sites by creating a smooth surface during restoration.
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  • Preserve caries-affected dentine in the lesion's central area, reducing the risk of pulp exposure. and infection while minimising weakening of the remaining tooth structure.
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  • Choose from glass ionomers, glass hybrids, or composites for root caries restoration based on oral conditions, patient preferences, practitioner choices, and the patient's cooperation level.
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* https://www.gc.dental/europe/en-GB/gccampaign/rootcaries
** Pentapati et al. Global and regional estimates of the prevalence of root caries – Systematic review and meta-analysis. Saudi Dent J. 2019; 31(1):3-15. Published outline 2018 Nov. 30 doi: 10.1016/J. Sdenty/2018.11.008
*** National institute of dental and craniofacial research, USA
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