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Overview

Periodontal disease (gum disease) is caused by bacteria in dental plaque and leads to bad breath, tooth loss, bone loss, and heart, kidney, and liver disease in both dogs and cats.

GingiShield® can help prevent periodontal disease.

GingiShield is a clear, long-lasting antibacterial tooth sealant that kills bacteria and inhibits plaque formation on teeth, reducing the risk of gum disease

Based on the FDA-approved DenteShield™ sealant for human use GingiShield® Antibacterial Enamel Sealant is the only dental sealant with SELDOX® antibacterial activity that is available for veterinary patients.

GingiShield® is a light-cured resin sealant available in both a starter kit and refill package. The clear sealant is applied by veterinary professionals during the dental cleaning and lasts until the next annual cleaning or longer.

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Where to buy

GingiShield is available for purchase through your MWI or Covetrus representative. You can also conveniently order online via Vetcove, or by emailing [email protected]. Ensure your clinic is stocked with the best – order GingiShield today!

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

GingiShield is a clear sealant applied to at-risk teeth by veterinary professionals. GingiShield kills harmful bacteria and helps prevent the formation of plaque, reducing the risk of periodontal disease (gum disease).

Yes. GingiShield is the same product used by dentists and cleared by the FDA to seal and protect children's teeth, formulated for veterinary use. GingiShield is non-toxic and is safe for dogs and cats of all sizes.

GingiShield is the only sealant with patented SELDOX® antibacterial protection - safely killing bacteria and inhibiting plaque formation. Additionally, other veterinary tooth sealants must be reapplied frequently between dental cleanings, while a single GingiShield application lasts a year or longer.

No, GingiShield must be applied only by veterinary professionals. Application requires specialized equipment and training. GingiShield is applied during routine dental cleaning.

Practically, there is no reason to apply GingiShield to deciduous teeth because the teeth are only in the mouth for about 8-11 weeks before they exfoliate and are replaced by the permanent teeth. Technically, it could be applied though this application is not recommended because there is an increased risk of pulpitis due to the very thin dentin.

At this time, there is no known contraindication for application of GingiShield to healthy teeth of other species. Please contact SelenBio Dental with species-specific questions.

The benefit is that GingiShield significantly inhibits the attachment of bacteria to the tooth surface, which deters biofilm (plaque) formation. Biofilm is the main cause of gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis). Properly applied, there is no known risk associated with GingiShield application other than the added anesthesia time, typically 10 minutes per patient with an experienced technician. GingiShield is based on the FDA-cleared DenteShield™ product used in human dentistry.

Yes, applying a top layer of unfilled resin, such as GingiShield, to direct composite restorations has been shown to decrease microleakage. Also, the antimicrobial properties of GingiShield should reduce the tendency of composites to facilitate bacterial adhesion and biofilm formation.

Yes. When people have dental sealants applied, they still need to brush their teeth and have regular professional dental cleanings and x-rays. The same is true for pets, and daily toothbrushing is highly recommended for patients treated with GingiShield.

Yes, in selected patients as part of a complete treatment plan. Please contact SelenBio Dental for specific information. Dental x-rays of the affected tooth are necessary.

Yes, in selected patients as part of a complete treatment plan. Please contact SelenBio Dental for specific information. Dental x-rays of the affected teeth are necessary.

The number of patients will vary with the species, breed, and tooth surfaces treated, but each kit contains 3ml of sealant (2 syringes) and can be expected to provide roughly 15-20 treatments.

There is not yet definitive data as to whether or not GingiShield offers added benefit to CUPS patients. However, as it is an additional way to help control plaque there is reason to believe it will be beneficial. This question will be updated as new information becomes available.

Applying a layer of resin sealant, such as GingiShield, to direct composite restorations has been shown to decrease microleakage. Additionally, the antimicrobial properties of GingiShield should reduce the tendency of composites to facilitate bacterial adhesion and biofilm formation. To apply GingiShield to a composite filling, the composite surface should first be etched in order to make the surface more receptive to bonding with the sealant, as would be done when repairing or refreshing a restoration.

Enamel remineralization, and demineralization, is constantly taking place. After the initial application of GingiShield, subsequent annual applications will result primarily in etching and reapplication atop remaining sealant material and not exposed enamel itself. And because the sealant is applied to buccal/labial surfaces, the sealant can over time create a thicker sealant layer without any interference with occlusion.

Yes, after periodontal and endodontic health has been verified through probing and dental x-rays. Also, a slight adjustment in etch technique is necessary. Over-etching dentin decreases bond strength and can cause pulpal sensitivity. First, place etch on the enamel and wait 15 seconds, then place etch on the dentin and wait 15 more seconds, and then rinse. Etched dentin does not appear frosty like etched enamel does.
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