Corega Overview
An overview of Corega: designed to help maintain denture performance for everyday life
The transition from natural teeth to dentures can be challenging, with new patients often having unrealistic expectations for their dentures.1,2
Corega helps to maintain optimal denture performance and hygiene for people with dentures.
Corega denture fixative3
- Improved retention
- Help seal out food particles
Corega denture cleansers3
- Reduced levels of biofilm*
- Reduced potentially harmful bacteria and fungi*
*vs. soaking in water only
Factors affecting denture performance
- Up to 48% of denture wearers suffer from xerostomia*4
- Up to 67% of full denture wearers have denture stomatitis5
*In a study conducted by Takayama et al. 2005
- Up to 86% of denture wearers complain of food getting trapped under their dentures6
- Over 80% of denture wearers use regular toothpaste to clean their dentures7,8
- Up to 63% of full denture wearers have biofilm and calculus on their dentures†9
†In an observational study
The power of Corega: patients may struggle with denture performance and hygiene despite having their dentures opimised for best fit
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Nisha, 41, has issues with oral anatomy
Has issues with oral anatomy
Complains of: “The dentures have been slipping, especially when I eat. I don’t feel I can rely on them staying in all day”
After treatment with Corega: “The fixative means that my dentures stay in place. I feel much more confident having lunch with colleagues”
Disclaimer: all cases and quotes are fictional and for illustrative purposes only
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Greg, 68, has issues with xerostomia
Has issues with xerostomia
Complains of: “My dentures feel loose a lot of the time and they’re making my mouth sore. They keep sticking to my lips, cheeks and tongue – it’s annoying”
After treatment with Corega:“A dab of fixative before I put them in means I don’t have to worry about annoying slipping. They just stay in place a lot better”
Disclaimer: all cases and quotes are fictional and for illustrative purposes only
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Kelly, 45, has issues with getting used to dentures
Has issues with getting used to dentures
Complains of:“If you get something little and hard trapped between your gums and your dentures – like potato chips – it feels like you’re eating nails. And there’s the falling out…”
After treatment with Corega:“The fixative gives me freedom from worrying about what I eat”
Disclaimer: all cases and quotes are fictional and for illustrative purposes only
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Mary, 55, has issues with general denture hygiene
Has issues with general denture hygiene
Complains of: “You worry a lot about your breath – odour. I am very careful about getting too close to people when I talk. It affects my intimacy with my husband as well”
After treatment with Corega:“Knowing that I’m using the best denture hygiene routine gives me the confidence to get close without worrying”
Disclaimer: all cases and quotes are fictional and for illustrative purposes only
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Chris, 48, has issues with denture stomatitis
Has issues with denture stomatitis
Complains of: “I’ve never really bothered about my teeth to be honest, and I find it equally hard to think about cleaning my dentures…”
After treatment with Corega:“Now I just drop them into a glass of water with the tablet at night – lights off, job done”
Disclaimer: all cases and quotes are fictional and for illustrative purposes only
Discover the technologies powering the Corega range
Corega denture fixatives
Corega denture fixatives are formulated to help stabilise, secure and maintain denture performance.10,11
Corega denture cleansers
Corega denture cleansers contain four active ingredients, which work together to maintain denture hygiene while minimising scratching.12,13
Browse our educational resources section for studies into oral and dental care.
Discover Corega cleansers and fixatives for patients
Corega cleansers
Helping patients to keep their dentures clean every day.
Corega fixative
Helping patients to maintain denture performance every day.
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