5000 ppm Fluoride Toothpaste
In the US, 5000 ppm toothpaste needs a prescription. Here is how to get it.
Updated . Edited by: Ilyass Ben Hakim.
Where to buy
- Colgate PreviDent prescription productsOfficial site · colgate.com
- Google ShoppingLive search · google.com
Ask your dentist for a prescription. Fill it at a pharmacy or mail order pharmacy. Some dental offices sell it too.
Rules differ by country. Some places allow sale through a pharmacist. Ask your local pharmacy what applies.
Professional insight
Dental teams match the formula to the problem. Options cover decay risk, dry mouth or sensitivity.
- Sensitive versions add 5% potassium nitrate.
- Dry mouth versions use a milder foaming base.
- Generic 1.1% sodium fluoride pastes are often cheaper.
- Insurance may cover it as a prescription item.
Check the label
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Types
| Formula | Made for |
|---|---|
| Plain 1.1% sodium fluoride | High decay risk |
| With potassium nitrate | Sensitive teeth |
| Dry mouth base | People with low saliva |
| Gel or brush-on gel | Use with trays or after brushing |
Safe use
- Follow the dentist's directions and the label.
- Spit out the paste. Do not swallow it.
- Avoid rinsing right after brushing, if directed.
- Do not share it with family members.
- Ask a dentist before giving it to a child.
Ways to save
- Ask for a generic 1.1% sodium fluoride paste.
- Compare cash price and insurance price at the pharmacy.
- Ask whether a larger tube or mail order is cheaper.
- Ask the dental office if it sells tubes directly.
Common questions
- Can I buy 5000 ppm toothpaste over the counter in the US?
- No. It needs a prescription from a dentist or doctor.
- How strong is regular toothpaste?
- Most store toothpaste has about 1000 to 1500 ppm fluoride.
- Is a listing without a prescription safe?
- Avoid it. You cannot confirm the source, storage or expiry.
- Who usually gets it?
- People at high risk of decay. Your dentist decides.