A colorless 5% sodium fluoride gel, Profisil Fluoride Varnish is alcohol- and rosin-free, won’t clump or sting, and offers a natural, clean experience for patients of all ages
It’s not often that something can be described with the words “first” and “last.” But that is exactly the case for Joshua Solomon, DDS, MS, when it comes to Kettenbach’s Profisil Fluoride Varnish. In his Livermore, CA, pediatric practice, Profisil is among the final steps of a pediatric patient’s visit, yet it's often the first thing patients remember when they leave the dental chair. That's because its smooth, nonirritating application helps them form an overall positive view of their dental experience.
Easy Application Without the 'Goo'
At Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Livermore, the pediatric dental practice he has owned since 2003, Dr. Solomon recalls countless instances when a child’s smooth and shiny teeth and an otherwise pleasant experience in the dental chair quickly devolved into tears. The reason for the sudden change? A gooey fluoride varnish applied at the end of the appointment that often felt clumpy and could sometimes sting the mouth.
But since he began applying Profisil Fluoride Varnish, Dr. Solomon said those negative experiences are a thing of the past for his young patients.
“I’ve tried the vast majority of varnishes on the market,” Dr. Solomon shared, “and most contain rosin or alcohol, which results in a sticky, burning sensation in the mouth. The worst thing I can do as a pediatric dentist is to gain the trust and cooperation of a child, provide them with a positive cleaning exam, and then place a sticky, uncomfortable fluoride on their teeth that literally makes them cry. Plus, it negates the purpose of showing them what clean teeth feel like!”
Colorless and Transparent
Profisil comes in mint, berry, and unflavored options with a constant viscosity that makes it fast and easy to spread. Available for purchase direct from Kettenbach, the 5% sodium fluoride formula does not contain alcohol or rosin, a feature that reduces the potential for soft-tissue irritation or rosin-based allergies—a situation affecting both young patients as well as those suffering from periodontal disease.
The varnish securely adheres to wet or dry teeth for several hours while releasing fluoride ions for up to 24 hours. Profisil is also transparent and colorless, and this undetectable feature can be particularly important for hectic workflows.
“Profisil is virtually clear and doesn't have any opaqueness to it, so it doesn’t affect my clinical exam," said Dr. Solomon. "My assistants can apply the varnish, and then I can visualize the teeth and complete an exam with the varnish already applied. This translates into a much more efficient clinical exam and an easier workflow for all of us."
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