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OLAFLUR

Description

Olaflur, also known as amine fluoride, is a synthetic organic compound widely used in oral care products for its potent anti-caries properties. This ingredient combines the benefits of fluoride with organic amine groups, enhancing its ability to adhere to tooth surfaces and provide prolonged protection against dental decay.

The chemical structure of olaflur allows it to form a stable, protective layer on tooth enamel, effectively inhibiting demineralization and promoting remineralization processes. Its unique molecular design enables better penetration into dental plaque, where it can disrupt bacterial metabolism and reduce acid production.

Olaflur demonstrates superior efficacy compared to inorganic fluoride compounds in several key areas: it exhibits improved substantivity, meaning it remains active in the oral cavity for extended periods; it has enhanced surface tension-lowering properties, allowing for better distribution across tooth surfaces; and it shows increased uptake into dental hard tissues.

Typically incorporated into toothpastes and mouth rinses at concentrations between 0.1% to 1.5%, olaflur is considered safe and effective for daily use in maintaining oral hygiene and preventing dental caries. Its benefits are particularly notable in populations at high risk for tooth decay.