Corsodyl Dental Gel is especially useful when targeting specific areas within the mouth. The gel is odourless, and comes in a 50g tube. Available from all good pharmacies and certain dentists.
Gum disease
Brush teeth for at least one minute once or twice daily using 2cm of gel.
Mouth ulcers
Apply gel directly to the sore areas using your fingertip or a cotton bud. Smear gel lightly over the fitting surfaces of the dentures before insertion.
Denture sore mouth
Also cleanse and soak the dentures in Corsodyl treatment mouthwash for 15 minutes twice daily.
Dental surgery or treatment
Use as directed by your dentist.
Do not use in children under 12 years unless recommended by a dentist.
Gum disease
Corsodyl can be used for up to 30 days, depending on the severity of the condition.
If you are unsure of how long to use it for, please consult your dentist or pharmacist.
Mouth ulcers
Apply gel directly to sore areas using your fingertip or a cotton bud. Smear gel lightly over the fitting surfaces of the dentures before insertion. Continue to use for 2 days after healing has occurred.
Because of the way chlorhexidine forms a protective layer across the teeth and gums to help prevent new plaque from forming, some temporary discolouration can occur on the teeth and tongue.
In the majority of cases this can be removed by brushing, and will disappear once the treatment has stopped.
Discolouration usually occurs when certain foods and drinks such as tea, coffee and red wine are consumed within an hour of using the mouthwash. Other sources such as beer and cigarettes cause staining but are not associated with chlorhexidine digluconate in Corsodyl.
Below is a table of things to avoid, and some alternatives, during usage to help minimise any discolouration.
| Stain Producing Products | Alternatives |
 Tea/Coffee |
 Herbal/Fruit Tea |
| Cola Drinks |
Lemonade/Fruit Juices |
| Red Wine |
White Wine/Light coloured spirits |
| Beer |
White Wine/Light coloured spirits |
| Cigarettes |
Cut back as much as possible |
If the tooth discolouration remains, this can be removed by a simple scale and polish from your dentist or hygienist.
