I would say that the majority of the population does not like going to the dentist. I mostly don’t like going because it’s a constant reminder at how horrible I am at remembering to floss. I’ve had four different dentists in my life and each has taken a different tactic to try to remind me to floss. The latest dentist finally declared, “That’s OK. Only floss the teeth you want to keep.”
Why all the fuss about brushing and flossing? Because not doing so can allow icky bacteria to form between your tooth and the gum line, which can lead to gingivitis – a mild form of gum disease. Gingivitis can lead to serious tooth issues, including tooth loss, if left untreated. That’s why it is important to visit your dentist twice a year, and that’s why it’s important for us to do what we can to keep gingivitis at bay. Fortunately, the folks at Crest have recently launched a new line of products to help combat and reverse gingivitis.
About Crest Pro-Health Clinical Gum Protection
Crest Pro-Health Clinical Gum Protection Toothpaste is the newest member of the Crest Pro-Health family, now with a new, advanced formula that provides our highest level of protection against plaque bacteria that cause gingivitis and is clinically proven to help reverse gingivitis in just four weeks.
Just like other Crest Pro-Health toothpastes, Crest Pro-Health Clinical Gum Protection protects against all these areas dentist check most: cavities, plaque, tartar, sensitivity, stains, and fresh breath, but now offers a newly balanced stabilized stannous fluoride chemistry that provides an increase in antibacterial power, resulting in our highest level of protection against plaque bacteria that cause gingivitis.
The Review
Going into this review, I knew that I wouldn’t be able to truly test Crest’s claims until I visited the dentist in a few months. However, since one of the warning signs of gingivitis is red and swollen gums, I could get a non-scientific gauge about whether the Crest Pro-Health Clinical Gum Protection Toothpaste made a difference. In addition to the toothpaste, Oral-B has a Pro-Health Floss and a CrossAction Pro-Health toothbrush that you can use to help in the gum-disease-fighting process.
Taking a look at the Oral-B Cross Action Pro-Health Toothbrush, this thing is like the Cadillac of manual toothbrushes. It has virtually everything you need to help keep your mouth clean, including their CrissCross bristles that help remove up to 50% more plaque and two rows of gum stimulators. The back of the toothbrush also has a tongue scraper to help keep your mouth and breath smelling fresh.
The Oral-B Glide Pro-Health Clinical Protection Floss is mint flavored and is supposed to slide into tight spaces 50% easier than other flosses. My back teeth are close together and some flosses aren’t up to the challenge and shred a little when I floss between those teeth. I did think that the Oral-B Glide Pro-Health Clinical Protection floss slid easily between the back teeth to help remove plaque, which is a contributor to gingivitis.
I have been using the Crest Pro-Health Clinical Gum Protection Toothpaste for a little over a week. As I mentioned earlier, this isn’t exactly scientific, but I have noticed that my gums aren’t bleeding as much when I floss. Bleeding gums is sometimes a symptom of gingivitis, so no blood is a good thing. Even better is that according to Crest, it the toothpaste is clinically proven to help reverse gingivitis in just four weeks. Who could say “no” to that. Another thing I like about this toothpaste is that in addition to it’s gingivitis-fighting power, it still has all of the things I look for in a toothpaste, including addressing tooth sensitivity and whitening. The clean mint flavor is fresh, and mildly vanilla-ish to me. It has a clean after-taste but isn’t quite as minty as some other mint flavors I’ve tasted, which means my water actually tastes somewhat like water when I drink after I brush.
Whether we want to admit it or not, flossing is actually a critical part of preventing gum disease. Fortunately, by using a toothpaste such as Crest Pro-Health Clinical Gum Protection Toothpaste as part of a daily tooth cleaning regimen (and don’t forget to floss, floss, floss!) we will be able to help our mouth stay clean, fresh smelling, and disease-free!
Crest Pro-Health Clinical Gum Protection Online
- Crest Pro-Health Clinical Gum Protection Website
- Watch Dr. Travis Stork and dental hygienist Amy Hazlewood talk about gingivitis
The WiC Project – Crest Pro-Health Gum Protection Giveaway
The Prize:
One lucky winner will receive a special gingivitis-fighting product package containing Crest Pro-Health Clinical Gum Toothpaste, Oral-B Glide Clinical Gum Protection Floss, and an Oral-B CrossAction Pro-Health toothbrush.
This giveaway ended on October 5, 2010 and is now closed.
Disclaimer: This post consists of my (and/or fellow tester) opinions only. No compensation was given for this review/giveaway. I did receive free Crest Pro-health products from the manufacturer or representing PR agency to use and test for the purposes of this review. This did not affect the outcome of this review.
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This toothpaste caused extreme pain and a broken tooth in less than two weeks of use. I do not recommend it. I do recommend staying away from it. P&G is sending a coupon for a FREE tube of Crest. How generous, don’t you think?
Hi Carol, Thanks for sharing your comments and I’m sorry to hear about your negative experience.
I’m no dentist, but I’m 100% certain that a toothpaste cannot cause a broken tooth. It sounds like there may be some other serious dental problems and recommend you visit your dentist ASAP.
Best Wishes,
Miriam
Crest pro health tooth paste also caused my gums to swell, a tooth broke and the skin in my mouth sloughs off . Also had canker sores.. I still have awful pain in my mouth like a chemical burn from this product. This tooth paste is going to cost me a ton of money in dental procedures
I experienced burning underneath both sides of my tongue and inside of my bottom lip. I couldn’t eat or drink properly because the burn was rubbing right up against my teeth. I have never been allergic to a product, medicine, or food, etc. I have only pollen allergies. I have used Crest products before without a reaction. People, this is not an irritation, it is a burn that can last almost 4 days before it will clear up. I proved it to myself by stopping the product, using it again, then stopping again. This was all done within the two weeks of buying the product. I have exceptionally looking teeth, and gums. My dental reports have and still are remarkable so it is not how I take care of my mouth. Hopefully more people will complain and they will remove it off the market till they find out what is causing this burning to happen.
Hi, my name is Kathy and I work for Crest. Thanks for sharing your experiences. We’d really like to talk to everyone in more detail. Would you mind giving us a ring at our toll free number 1(800) 594-4158? Thanks again, Kathy
This is the worse product I ever used. the burning upf my upper gums, white coating on my tounge, I am in so much pain I am crying.
My front tooth feels like it will break. Can not get into my dentist until Tuesday.
I can’t tell you the stress and anxiety this is causing me, the pain is terrible. I am on a blood thinner, so cant even take aleve
Is there anything you can recommend to make the burning gum and tooth pain stop?
Betty
I have been using this toothpaste for a week and it’s going in the trash tonight! I have swollen lips inside and out with red rash looking area inside. Looks like I’m going to get canker sores or else it is a burn. My mouth is also very extremely dry now. I will never use this again. This is the first time I’ve had a reaction to toothpaste. Going back to my usual Colgate.
My bottom lip is so swollen in the morning, but gets less swollen as the day goes on. My tongue feels like I burnt it on something hot and feels like I bit up the inside of my cheeks. Glad I read this website and realize im not alone and that it is the toothpaste.
I’ve used the Crest Pro Health Clinical Gum toothpaste and it seemed to do me good. Prior to using it, my dentist had diagnosed me with periodontal disease w/pockets ranging from 3-5. Give or take, I really don’t floos. But, I’ve since used the Crest Clinical Gum toothpast AND also flossed (though flossing not 100% everyday … but at least it has become part of my regimen). Anyway, a year later AND after 2 full deep cleans, I come back to the dentist and the pockets now range from 2-4. So I think there was some good. I can’t say totally it is from the toothpaste since I’ve also included the flossing in my regimen. But I do like the toothpaste … as when I ran out and went back to a normal toothpaste like Colgate Total, I can tell the difference … it feels like I’m not totally clean. The thing I don’t like though is the toothpaste is more on the expensive side. But Rite Aid frequently does promotions on it. As for previous comments about teeth cracking and such, there is an argument about whether fluoride is or not good for teeth. Some contend that fluoride is really dangerous to teeth because it makes it brittle. I don’t know.
I also experienced burning inside my bottom lip, it was very painful, developed canker sores, my bottom lip swelled, and the skin inside my mouth peeled. I only used the toothpaste for 3 days and threw it out. I’ve never had a reaction like this before except from Pro Health products. My lower left lip continues to swell on and off even after I have stopped using it.
I experienced an awful peeling of my skin in mouth for the past 6 months now. I was worried I was developing some sort of infection or horrible dental issues. I would notice the symptoms got worse after i brushed more frequently. It would be like layers upon layers of the inside of my mouth are gathering i would literally have to stick my fingers in my mouth and remove this film/dead skin. My taste buds became desensitized as well. to my ASTONISHMENT there have been thousands of complaints by crest pro health toothpaste consumers with the same side effects. I am beyond horrified that with this many consumer complaints that a product of this kind can still be on the market.
Thanks for your comments, everyone.
If you experience any discomfort or problems, please contact Crest to help them address any issues.
The number was provided by Kathy, from Crest, in an earlier comment and I’m commenting with it here again: 1(800) 594-4158.
Crest pro-health is a horrible product!! My mouth shed sheets of tissue and my gums became very sore. I used this for 3-4 weeks and went to my dentist who told me to stop.. I am very disappointed because I’ve always liked Crest products in the past. Pat