Clinical Evaluation of a Toothpaste for Dental Plaque Reduction and Prevention of Gum Problems

Inclusion Criteria: * Subjects, ages 18-70, inclusive. * Availability for the six-month duration of the study. * Good general health. * Initial gingivitis index of at least 1.5 as determined by the use of the Modified Gingivitis Index. * Initial plaque index of at least 1.5 as determined by the use of the Modified Quigley-Hein Plaque Index. * Signed Informed Consent Form Exclusion Criteria: * Orthodontic bands. * Tumor(s) of the soft or hard tissues of the oral cavity. * Advanced periodontal disease (purulent exudate, tooth mobility), and/or * Extensive loss of periodontal attachment or alveolar bone. * Five or more carious lesions requiring immediate restorative treatment * Use of antibiotics any time during the one month prior to entry into the study. * Participation in any other clinical study or test panel within the one month prior to entry into the study. * Received a dental prophylaxis in the two weeks prior to your initial examination. * History of allergies to oral care/personal care consumer products or their ingredients. * Having taken any prescription medicines that might interfere with the study outcome. * If you with an existing medical condition which prohibits you from not eating or drinking for periods of up to 4 hours. * Self-reported pregnant or breast feeding an infant. * History of drug abuse