The instructions say to apply with one wipe of the finger and that you might want to mould into place with your tongue. Moisture coming into contact with the nozzle of the tube may cause the product to thicken and block the opening. DHB has been a leading supplier of Oral Hygiene products to dental practices across the UK and Ireland since 1978. Iglü Protect For Dental Brace Wearers is recommended for use by adults, the elderly and children over 7 years of age. If your condition does not improve, or you think your brace has been damaged or needs adjusting, see your orthodontist or dentist.

Keep out of the sight and reach of children, particularly young children because the cap may pose a choking hazard. Iglu Protect Orthodontic Brace Gel is a fast acting gel which helps relieve mouth sores caused by dental braces, by protecting the delicate gum and mouth lining with a protective gel barrier. If this occurs, the product can easily be removed from the teeth and braces by ordinary cleaning with a toothbrush. Clinical trials about this chemical substance indicate that lidocaine gel is effective in producing relief for pain in the oral cavity and is an essential tool for delivering short-term treatment.With over 40 years’ experience in the market we are able to offer you a full range of products with brands including Oral B, Colgate and Tepe.

Clean - Use a clean tissue to gently remove excess moisture and saliva from problem areas of the brace, or from sores or ulcers inside the mouth.When it comes out of the corner of my mouth I find myself wiping it off with my finger and then having to scrub my hands again. By signing up you agree with this and confirm that you are over 13 years of age, or have the consent of a parent or guardian. iglu Protect has been specially formulated to help prevent brace rubbing, as well as to relieve sores and ulcers caused by dental braces.

Apply to the problem area(s) of the brace and/or sore area(s) inside the mouth using a single wiping action. Both gels stick fast over the ulcer forming a physical protective and soothing barrier that doesn’t slide off.If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. Iglu Protect is a thicker, more viscous gel that forms a protective barrier between your braces and your gums, helping to prevent irritation. This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist-4-U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. It is free from artificial colours, flavours, and alcohol, making it gentle on the delicate oral tissues.

Once it’s in your mouth, it soon expands into a thick wax like paste and covers any ulcers or areas like the Ortho wax would. Iglü Protect has been specially formulated to help prevent brace rubbing, as well as to relieve sores and ulcers caused by dental braces.

A study published in the International Journal of Pediatrics has cited that lidocaine hydrochloride, the active ingredient in Iglu Gel, is well-accepted as a local anaesthetic. Iglu Protect works by creating a lasting protective gel barrier, which sticks in place to smooth over protruding parts of the brace to help prevent them from damaging the soft delicate lining of the mouth etc. If applying with the finger, make sure your finger tip is clean and completely dry before putting Iglü Protect gel onto it.