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Super Poligrip® provides strong, all day hold, plus a denture adhesive can help you keep food particles from lodging between the denture and your gums/roof of the mouth, thus helping you reduce the incidence of gum irritation. Denture adhesives can increase the force that can be applied during biting and improve the ability of chewing hard to eat foods that you may have been avoiding. Denture adhesives can also help you regain your confidence by providing a more secure denture fit and reducing the likelihood of dislodgement.

Even well fitting dentures can feel more comfortable with Super Poligrip^®. Just a few dabs create a seal between your dentures and gums making them more comfortable while you eat. There's a variety of denture adhesive variants to fit your individual needs including creams, strips and powders.

• Clean and dry your dentures.
• Apply adhesive in short ¼" strips, not too close to denture edges.
• Rinse mouth before inserting dentures.
• Press dentures in place, hold firmly and bite down for a few seconds to secure.

• Clean and dry your dentures.
• With dry hands, peel open and remove strips.
• Lightly moisten one strip at a time with water.
• Place strips on denture, not too close to denture edges. Do not overlap strips. (Tear strips if needed.)
• Rinse mouth with water before inserting denture.
• Press denture in place, hold firmly and bite down.

• Clean dentures thoroughly, leaving them wet.
• Open cap to expose tip.
• Apply evenly by squeezing the bottle. Shake off excess powder.
  • For Upper Dentures, position the bottle so powder is dispensed over a large surface area. Move tip from front to back of denture.
  • For lower Dentures, position the bottle so powder is dispensing in thin stream. Move tip along the "U" of the denture channel.
• Press dentures in place and hold firmly for a few moments.
• Keep dispenser tip dry so that the opening does not clog.

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. You should not apply Super Poligrip® more than once a day.

Super ® should only be used and applied according to label directions. Poligrip® Denture Adhesive is not intended for use in ill-fitting dentures. Ill-fitting dentures should be re-lined or replaced by a dentist. Only a small amount of adhesive should be needed.There are picture graphics on the box that show how to apply a small amount of Super Poligrip® to upper and lower dentures. Oozing of adhesive from beneath dentures should be avoided. If oozing occurs, reduce the amount of adhesive that you are applying. Super Poligrip® holds all day, so you should not apply Super Poligrip® more than once a day. As an example of proper use, a tube of Super Poligrip® should last several weeks depending on size (e.g., 0.75 oz about 3 weeks, 1.4 oz about 4 to 6 weeks, 2.4 oz about 8 to 10 weeks). If your use regularly exceeds these amounts, this may be a sign of ill-fitting dentures and you should consult your dentist. Consulting your dentist regularly will help maintain properly- fitting dentures.

• Swish mouth with water.
• Slowly remove dentures by using a rocking motion.
• Remove denture adhesive from your gums and dentures with warm water and a soft brush.
• Use Polident Denture cleanser to thoroughly clean your dentures.

We have introduced a reformulated line of denture adhesives to provide consumers with several variants of zinc-free options that offer comfort and stability.

Zinc Free Formula is flagged at the top of the package.

Our new denture adhesives do not contain zinc. The zinc-free formulation contains two adhesive ingredientsand provides an effective all-day hold in well-fitted dentures. These products are safe and effective when usedas directed.
Our zinc-free products also:

• Are clinically proven to seal out more food particles that cause irritation and pain compared with no adhesive.
• Help prevent gum irritation.
• Significantly improve comfort, confidence, and satisfaction.
• Significantly improve stability, retention, and bite force.

The zinc-free formulation provides an effective all-day hold for well-fitted dentures. Using too much adhesive can be a sign of ill-fitting dentures. All denture wearers should see their dentists regularly to check the fit of their dentures and ensure good oral health.

It’s important to use denture adhesive exactly as directed. Apply once a day for a strong hold. Using too much adhesive may be a sign of ill-fitting dentures. Denture wearers should visit their dentist at least once a year to check on denture fit as well the overall health of their mouth.

Our denture adhesives that contain zinc have always been safe and effective when used as directed. While most consumers do follow the instructions on the package, we know that some consumers use excess product over the long term, and this is associated with potential health risks. GSK decided to voluntarily stop shipping our zinc-containing products and introduce a zinc-free line.

Ingestion of the adhesive at low levels has not been associated with health concerns. Recent reports regarding zinc-containing denture adhesives suggest that excessive use over an extended period of time may result in a zinc-induced copper deficiency which has been associated with the development of blood problems such as anemia, and with disorders of the nervous system, termed myeloneuropothy.

Our zinc-containing denture adhesives are safe when used as directed. If you have been using Super Poligrip ‘Original’, ‘Ultra Fresh’ and ‘Extra Care’ for several years in greater amounts than directed on the package or more than once a day, you should:

1. Stop using the product.
2. Talk to your doctor.
3. Use the new zinc-free formula line.

If you are experiencing symptoms such as numbness, tingling, or weakness please consult a medical professional.

Super Poligrip is safe when used as directed by the product label. GSK has voluntarily stopped the manufacture, distribution and advertising of its Super Poligrip products as a precautionary measure, and we have reformulated all our denture adhesives to be zinc free. The new formulas will eventually replace all of the SPG products containing zinc, so you may continue to see some SPG with zinc until late spring 2010.

Super Poligrip 'Original', Super Poligrip 'Ultra Fresh', and Super Poligrip 'Extra Care' are safe to use as directed. Consumers with questions may call GSK toll free on 1-866-640-1017.

GSK has voluntarily stopped the manufacture, distribution and advertising of its Super Poligrip products with zinc as a precautionary measure, and we have reformulated all our denture adhesives to be zinc free. The new formulas will replace all of the SPG products containing zinc by late spring 2010.

A small amount of adhesive will be swallowed during normal use and isn’t harmful. The product is safe when used as directed. Recent reports regarding zinc-containing denture adhesives suggest that excessive use over an extended period of time may result in a zinc-induced copper deficiency which has been associated with the development of blood problems such as anemia, and with disorders of the nervous system, termed myeloneuropothy.

Consumers in possession of the zinc-containing formulas of Super Poligrip may continue to safely use the product as directed. Consumers should ensure they are familiar with directions for appropriate use. If they prefer, consumers may send the product back to be replaced with a new formulation or provided a refund.