Clinical benefits

The results showed a 22 per cent reduction in plaque, a 22 per cent reduction in gingivitis, a 48 per cent reduction in bleeding gums and a five per cent reduction in tooth decay.

One of the ways that distinguishes Colgate Total from fluoride only toothpastes is its impact on bacterial recolonisation of tooth surfaces, which recurs at the end of mechanical plaque removal. Bacteria accumulate on soft tissues, which act as reservoirs, and recolonise tooth surfaces following mechanical plaque removal. Colgate Total toothpaste with triclosan copolymer technology helps control regrowth of dental plaque for 12 hours by reducing bacteria on teeth and soft tissue reservoirs – for whole mouth protection.   

Fine et al., demonstrate the superior efficacy of Colgate Total toothpaste versus other sodium fluoride and stannous fluoride toothpastes in reducing the numbers of viable bacteria at various oral sites post toothbrushing.The unique antimicrobial effect of Colgate Total toothpaste leaves less bacteria to repopulate and form dental plaque on tooth surfaces.