Discus Dental Secures Exclusive U.S. Distribution Rights for Sole FDA Approved Prescription Drug for Aphthous Ulcers; Breakthrough Product Signals Potential Relief for the Millions of Canker Sore Sufferers in the U.S.CULVER CITY, Calif. -- Discus Dental, a leading manufacturer and marketer of professional and consumer dental products, today announced it had reached an agreement with Uluru, Inc. for the exclusive U.S. distribution rights of Aphthasol, the first and only FDA FDA abbr. Food and Drug Administration FDA, n.pr See Food and Drug Administration. FDA, n.pr the abbreviation for the Food and Drug Administration. approved prescription drug prescription drug Prescription medication Pharmacology An FDA-approved drug which must, by federal law or regulation, be dispensed only pursuant to a prescription–eg, finished dose form and active ingredients subject to the provisos of the Federal Food, Drug, for the treatment of recurrent aphthous ulcers recurrent aphthous ulcers pl.n. See canker sore. (canker sores Canker Sores Definition Canker sores are small sores or ulcers that appear inside the mouth. They are painful, self-healing, and can recur. Description ) in healthy adults. The agreement includes distribution through retail pharmacies, institutional pharmacies and direct to medical and dental professionals. "This agreement will allow us to leverage our strengths within the dental industry to effectively create awareness and adoption of this breakthrough product and provide the millions of canker sore canker sore n. A small painful ulcer of the mucous membrane of the mouth; an aphtha. Also called aphthous stomatitis, recurrent aphthous ulcers, ulcerative stomatitis. sufferers with a proven treatment," explained Brendan McLoughlin, Vice President & General Manager of Pharmaceutical & Consumer Products, Discus Dental. Approximately 60 million people in the U.S. suffer from the pain and irritation of canker sores annually. The exact cause of most canker sores is unknown. Stress or tissue injury is thought to be the cause of simple canker sores. Certain foods -- including citrus or acidic fruits and vegetables can trigger a canker sore or make the problem worse. Some cases of complex canker sores are caused by an underlying health condition, such as an impaired immune system; nutritional problems, such as vitamin B-12, zinc, folic acid, or iron deficiency; and gastrointestinal tract disease, such as Celiac disease and Crohn's disease. "With their exceptional record marketing products to the dental professionals and their consumer marketing expertise, Discus Dental is the ideal partner to market Aphthasol," says Kerry Gray, President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of ULURU Inc. "Extensive market research clearly indicates that there is a significant market opportunity for a product that can accelerate healing of aphthous ulcers and reduce pain. We look forward to working with Discus Dental to maximize this product opportunity." Discus Dental: Founded in 1993, Discus Dental, Inc. is a leader in the marketing and worldwide distribution of premium clinical and aesthetic products to dental professionals and leading edge oral care products direct to consumers. The company also provides state of the art practice management software, practice building tools and services as well as expert industry training for the dental community. Discus Dental is headquartered in Culver City, California Culver City is a city in western Los Angeles County, California. As of the 2000 census, the city had a population of 38,816. The community is mostly surrounded by the city of Los Angeles but also has a border with unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County. . More information is available at www.discusdental.com. Uluru Inc. is an emerging specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated to becoming a leading topical drug delivery and oral care company by developing products utilizing its innovative transmucosal delivery system and hydrogel hy·dro·gel n. A colloidal gel in which the particles are dispersed in water. hydrogel a gel that contains water. hydrogel Wound care A polymer absorptive wound dressing. See Dressing. nanopartical aggregate technology and acquiring value-added topical products. |
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