High-concentration toothpaste (5000
ppm) is available by prescription only.
The active ingredient in this toothpaste
is sodium fluoride. This agent can be
recommended for children 6 years and
older and adolescents who are at high
risk of caries and who are able to
expectorate after brushing. Dentists
may also prescribe this agent for
adolescents who are undergoing orthodontic
treatment, as they are at
increased risk of caries during this time