Abstract: A resilient dental prophylaxis cup comprising an anticariogenic fluoride agent, up to about 25 per cent (by weight) of a water-soluble thermoplastic polymer material and/or up to about 15 per cent (by weight) of a molecular sieve material, whereby the release of the fluoride ions and the uptake of the fluoride ions by the enamel of the teeth are both increased, providing better protection for the enamel of the teeth against dental caries.