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  1. What is Super PoliGrip® used for?
    Super PoliGrip® is a denture adhesive cream used to secure dentures in the mouth. It forms a barrier that prevents food from entering the area between dentures and gums/roof of the mouth.


  2. How do I use Super PoliGrip®?
    It takes a few tries to find the right amount of adhesive for your dentures. Too much adhesive can cause oozing. We strongly recommend you start with small amount, and adjust later on.

    To apply adhesive to your dentures:
    1. Clean and dry your dentures.
    2. Squeeze the tube from the top and apply adhesive in dashes or strips (as shown), not too close to denture edges.
    3. Rinse mouth before inserting dentures.
    4. Press dentures in place, hold firmly and bite down for a few seconds.



    Helpful Hints:
    1. Keep cap and nozzle dry so that opening does not clog
    2. Keep the tube in room temperature for easy squeezing.
    3. Apply adhesive evenly.
    4. Visit your dentist regularly to maintain proper-fitting dentures.


  3. How soon will Super PoliGrip® start to work?
    The product starts to work immediately.


  4. How long can the effects last?
    The effects could last all-day (up to 16 hours) depending upon the individual, the fit of the denture, the amount of saliva in the mouth and the foods and beverages that are consumed.


  5. Has PoliGrip® Free formula changed?
    Yes, in November, 2006, the formula was changed for improved taste. For Super PoliGrip's strongest hold ever, try Super PoliGrip Original.


  6. How do I remove the adhesive from my gums and denture plate?
    To remove dentures and adhesives:
    1. Swish mouth with water.
    2. Take dentures out slowly by using rocking motions.
    3. Wipe adhesive residue from gums and dentures with soft, moist cloth.
    4. Brush your dentures under running warm water and soak in a Polident® cleanser.


  7. How can I make sure that Super PoliGrip® holds in place during meals?
    Super PoliGrip® should be applied 15-30 minutes before the meal.


  8. Does it come in different strengths or flavors?
    Super PoliGrip® denture adhesive cream is available in four variants: Original, Free, Ultra Fresh and Extra Care with PoliSeal®. Super PoliGrip® denture adhesive Powder is also available.


  9. What is the "Ooze Control Tip®"?
    Super PoliGrip introduced the unique, patented Ooze-Control Tip® in 2002 across all cream variants. This innovation helps to spread a thinner, flatter ribbon of adhesive so it's easier to apply with more control and less ooze.
    Also, see What's New.


  10. Can Super PoliGrip® be used to secure partials?
    Yes, all denture adhesives can be used on partials. The adhesive will not damage the metal parts (i.e., the connectors and clasps) of the denture.


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  12. What are Comfort Seal® Strips?
    New Comfort Seal® Strips are an innovation in denture adhesives that allow denture wearers to get a more natural feeling. The Comfort Seal® Strips give denture wearers reliable, all day hold and improved bite force without the unpleasant ooze and mess of a cream adhesive. The pre-measured strips provide just the right amount of adhesive, every time.
  13. How do Comfort Seal® Strips work?
    Poligrip® Comfort Seal® Strips contain ingredients that form a firm, comfortable seal when wetted, to provide a secure hold between the denture and gum. A wax base keeps the ingredients in the 'strip' shape to stay in place on the denture and not spread out. This prevents the unpleasant oozing out between the denture and gum which often occur with a cream adhesive.

    The strips provide an increase in bite force to help denture wearers to chew hard to eat foods which they may have been avoiding. The secure seal will also help to prevent food particles from becoming trapped between the denture and the gum.

    The strips provide a comfortable and tight seal for a more natural feeling and provides strong all-day hold.
  14. How do Comfort Seal® Strips differ from cream adhesives?
    Poligrip® Comfort Seal® Strips are an innovation in denture adhesives allowing denture wearers to get close to a more natural feeling. Comfort Seal® Strips provide the same level of hold as a cream adhesive but without the unpleasant ooze, mess or taste. This allows denture wearers to experience the confidence and peace of mind of a secure denture fit and a reduced likelihood of dislodgement.

    The convenient pre-measured strips are individually and hygienically wrapped to provide just the right amount of hold.
  15. Where are the strips manufactured?
    The strip material is produced in Japan using a patented formulation. They are then cut into the strip shape and packaged in the USA.
  16. What is the shelf life for the strips?
    The expiry period is three years.
  17. Are the strips flavored?
    The strips are not flavored and they have a neutral taste so that there will be no interference with the tastes of foods.
  18. When should an adhesive be used?
    In addition to providing a more secure denture fit and reducing the likelihood of dislodgement, adhesives provide other important benefits for denture wearers. Adhesives increase the force that can be applied during biting and improve the ability of chewing hard to eat foods which denture wearers may be avoiding . Adhesives can also prevent food particles from collecting underneath dentures - removing a painful source of irritation for the denture wearer.
  19. When should adhesives not be considered?
    Adhesives can provide a more secure denture fit and reduce the potential for dislodgement, even for people who think that their dentures fit well. However, adhesives should never be used as a 'fix' for dentures that do not fit properly. Wearers should contact their dentist as soon as their dentures begin to feel loose, cause discomfort or cause sores to develop, as they may need to have their dentures re-fitted.

    Adhesives should not be used when good oral hygiene practices cannot be maintained (for example, due to declining manual dexterity) or when there are any known allergies to the adhesive's ingredients.
  20. What if dentures do not fit correctly?
    Sometimes wearers may use adhesives in order to 'manage' with dentures that become ill fitting over time due to wear of the denture lining or changing oral tissue structure. Ill-fitting dentures can be harmful to the underlying soft and hard tissues and occasionally inflammation of the soft tissues can result. In addition, because of its movement on the soft tissue and underlying bone, an ill-fitting denture can contribute to bone resorption (loss). It is very important that denture wearers contact their dentist as soon as their dentures begin to feel loose, cause discomfort or cause sores to develop, as they may need to have their dentures re-fitted.
  21. Is it harmful if I swallow some of the strips?
    The ingredients of the Comfort Seal Strips are safe for use, even if some of a strip is swallowed. Comfort Seal Strips contain the active ingredients polyethylene oxide and sodium carboxymethyl cellulose which are water-soluble polymers.
  22. Is Super PoliGrip® Denture Adhesive Cream sold in a travel-size tube?
    No. We do not market a "travel size" tube at this time.



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