Ingredients 101 – What is CPC?

You may have seen Cetylpyridinium chloride listed as an ingredient in some oral care products. If you’re wondering what is CPC and how it could benefit your oral health here’s an expert overview.

Cetylpyridinium chloride is an active ingredient with well-established oral health benefits. It has been conclusively shown to be effective in preventing plaque build-up and reducing gingivitis (early gum disease). CPC has established anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal properties. It is found in some therapeutic mouthwashes, including GUM Paroex and Dentyl Active, certain kinds of toothpaste e.g. GUM Paroex Gel, and throat and nasal sprays.

• Before and after dental treatment and oral surgery
• Bleeding gums, gingivitis or periodontitis
• Dry mouth (aka xerostomia)
• Candida or oral thrush
• When prescribed by your dentist, doctor or pharmacist

Benefits of cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC):

• Anti-plaque
• Anti-bacterial
• Anti-viral
• Anti-fungal

CPC has been used as an ingredient in oral care products for many years. It has well-established oral health benefits.

Is Cetylpyridinium chloride for you?

CPC is an oral care ingredient recommended if you have bleeding gums, bad breath, dry mouth or are undergoing dental surgery. Available from dental practices and pharmacies.

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