The use of chlorhexidine is a fundamental tool in the treatment of diseases related to the gums or after oral surgery. However, one of the most frequent side effects is the appearance of stains on the teeth, a factor that worries both professionals and patients. The interaction of chlorhexidine with substances such as coffee, tea, wine or tobacco can generate stains on the dental surfaces, which leads many patients to abandon the treatment prematurely, with negative consequences for their oral health.
According to Dr. Eduard Valmaseda, periodontist and director of the master's program in oral surgery and maxillofacial implantology at the University of Barcelona, and member of the executive committee of the European Federation of Oral Surgery (EFOS), "I prescribe chlorhexidine to my patients in cases where we need to prevent infection problems, such as in oral surgery procedures or in cases of periodontal and peri-implant treatments."
To reduce the abandonment of chlorhexidine treatment due to staining, scientists at the Dentaid Research Center, an internationally recognized oral health research center, have developed an innovative toothpaste, Vitis Anti-stain, that effectively prevents tooth stains without compromising the efficacy of antiseptic treatments with chlorhexidine.2 This formulation uses a combination of key ingredients that are gentle on the gums, protecting the enamel surface from the interaction of molecules that can stain it and that are present in foods such as coffee, tea, or wine in contact with chlorhexidine.
This innovation aims to prevent complications and improve adherence to treatment. It also delays and inhibits the formation of tartar, preserving the natural shine of teeth and can be used daily. Recent studies1 show that up to 60% of people discontinue their chlorhexidine treatment due to aesthetic problems such as tooth staining. This new solution aims to encourage the continuation of treatment, reducing the appearance of stains effectively and safely.2 Something easy to achieve autonomously and from home, reducing possible future professional dental cleaning and whitening procedures, which will no longer be necessary.
Vitis Anti-stain, the solution to prevent stains by up to 86%[1] and care for gums
Quitting treatment prematurely can negatively impact oral health. Aware of this need, Dentaid has developed Vitis Anti-stain, an anti-stain toothpaste that aims to help people safely and comfortably continue their chlorhexidine treatment, while also assisting dental professionals in their clinical practice. Thanks to its innovative formula, Vitis Anti-stain reduces the appearance of stains by up to 86%[2]. At the same time, the formula has a double phosphate and polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) system that protects teeth and gums, and due to its fluoride content, it is suitable for daily use.
Sandra Bosch, a researcher at the Dentaid Research Center, states: "We are very proud of this new formula, as the double phosphate system prevents the adhesion of molecules that cause staining on the tooth surface, and the PVP polymer protects the enamel from the adhesion of molecules that cause staining."
The message for the public is clear: if you are undergoing treatment with chlorhexidine, do not abandon the process prematurely. You just need to know that stains don't have to be part of the process and that you have an easily accessible and usable product, backed by science, that takes care of your oral health.