A Study to Assess the Impact of a Non-SLS Toothpaste Upon Oral Mucosal Desquamation

Exclusion Criteria

• •1. Show unwillingness, inability or lack of motivation to carry out the study procedures
• •2. Are pregnant or breastfeeding females.
• •3. Are diabetic.
• •4. Have severe oral mucosal problems.
• •5. Orthodontic banding or removable partial dentures
• •6. Have an active cold sore.
• •7. Have any oral piercings.
• •8. Have a mouth ulcer or who experience mouth ulcers on a regular basis, Lichen Planus Vesiculo-Bullous disorders
• •9. Obvious signs of untreated caries or significant periodontal disease, which in the opinion of the Study Dentist, will effect either the scientific validity of the study or if the volunteer's participation would affect their well being
• •10. Volunteers who are at risk from transient bacteraemias.
• •11. Regular use of medication, which could interfere with study objectives or affect the validity of the study.
• •12. Have or have had a medical or dental condition, which in the option of the dentist would make them unsuitable for inclusion.
• •13. Have problem of bleeding after brushing.
• •14. Must not be a regular user of chlorhexidine mouthwash, or have used it within the past 6 weeks.
• •15. Has allergic responses to dental/oral hygiene products or components in the formulation of the toothpaste.
• •16. The subject is participating in other studies testing oral care products.
• •17. The subject is an employee of Unilever.