What purpose do triclosan and the copolymer serve?
Colgate Total is the only toothpaste to contain triclosan with a copolymer. Triclosan is an effective antibacterial ingredient that controls a wide range of bacteria. The copolymer is used in the formulation to prolong retention of triclosan on oral hard and soft tissues and in plaque. Without the copolymer, triclosan would be rapidly lost from the mouth, reducing its clinical effect.
