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This is a description for a professional-use-only fluoride gel that helps prevent dental decay. The gel is available in a 16 oz (454g) package with cotton candy flavoring, and it contains 1.23% fluoride ion. The gel is thixotropic, meaning it has a stable gel-like consistency that becomes less viscous when shaken. The fluoride gel can be used for one or four-minute treatments at the dental clinic or office. The procedure involves filling one or two trays with gel, air-drying the teeth, and then instructing the patient to bite down lightly but firmly for a predetermined time. The patient should expectorate any excess gel and avoid eating or drinking for at least 30 minutes. The product is not intended for home use, and the warnings advise users to keep it out of reach of children, avoid swallowing, and seek medical attention if accidentally swallowed in large quantities. The active ingredient in the gel is fluoride ion, and the inactive ingredients include water, xanthan gum, and xylitol, among others. The product is manufactured by Crosstex International and is distributed from Hauppauge, NY.*
