When patients are more comfortable, they more likely to accept treatment, and dental appointments aren’t avoided.
A significant part of what makes the dental appointment appealing – or something to be anxious about – is the solutions used by the clinician. When patients are undergoing treatment that they’ve had before, such as topical fluoride application, their past encounters will no doubt change how they view their upcoming appointment.
Change the minds of those who have had bad experiences, or set the bar high for patients receiving topical fluoride treatment for the first time, when you choose the 3M™ Clinpro™ Clear Fluoride Treatment from Solventum, formerly 3M Health Care.
An exciting new formula
The feeling of a fluoride varnish on the dentition can be pleasant for some, and uncomfortable for others. The water-based, rosin-free formula of the 3M™ Clinpro™ Clear Fluoride Treatment is optimised for a simple application that glides smoothly onto the patient’s teeth. When used, 93.8% of patients judged 3M™ Clinpro™ Clear Fluoride Treatment to have a smooth mouthfeel,[i] which can make appointments more pleasant.
The water-based solution also aids the uptake of fluoride, helping key ingredients get to the tooth surface quicker to facilitate ionic exchange. There is no waiting for any rosins to release the fluoride ions – the minerals are right there, giving patients a shorter treatment time with a lower dosage for effective results. 3M™ Clinpro™ Clear Fluoride Treatment uses a 2.1% sodium fluoride solution, and needs a minimum contact time of just 15 minutes, encouraging your patients to say “yes”.
A taste of success
The tactile sensation of fluoride treatment isn’t the only factor affecting patient comfort – as with most solutions in dentistry, the taste needs to be enjoyable too!
The 3M™ Clinpro™ Clear Fluoride Treatment is available in three editions, including Mint, Watermelon, and Flavourless formulae. Studies have shown that children receiving topical fluoride varnishes have an increased chance of positive behaviour when they can choose the flavour of the solution.[ii] This sense of control can help paediatric patients have a successful time in the dental chair, with marked improvements for patients with a history of invasive dental procedures.ii
Another of the key benefits of the fast-acting water-based formula is that the taste and feeling of the 3M™ Clinpro™ Clear Fluoride Treatment barely lasts longer than the appointment itself. Around 96% of patients couldn’t feel or taste the solution on their teeth just one hour after treatment, meaning they could go back to their day with little impact.i
Plus, other conventional fluoride varnishes may need patients to wait quite some time before eating and drinking to ensure that fluoride uptake is completely effective. This is no longer the case, as patients using this treatment can eat and drink to their heart’s delight just 15 minutes after application. In turn, fluoride treatment appointments can fit seamlessly into a day’s schedule, as patients go from dental practice to lunch without worrying about their dentition.
Simple in a clinician’s hand
As part of Solventum’s promise to support clinicians throughout all aspects of dental care, it is not enough to support optimal oral health – your workflows need to be predictable too.
The 3M™ Clinpro™ Clear Fluoride Treatment uses a unique press and go L-Pop™ single dose delivery system. It helps clinicians steadily produce the amount of solution required, before it glosses over the teeth in a fast and easy application.
Dental professionals can even dispense the formula onto a gloved hand, for application in a manner that is comfortable to them.
With an optimised delivery, and comfort for your patients, the 3M™ Clinpro™ Clear Fluoride Treatment from Solventum will change the way you support patients. Learn more by getting in touch today.
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[i] 3M data on file.
[ii] Karim, R., Splieth, C. H., & Schmoeckel, J. (2025). Effect of Choice of Flavor of Fluoride Varnish on Behavior in Dental Visits in Schoolchildren. Clinical and Experimental Dental Research, 11(1), e70069.
