Are you confused by all of the different types of toothpaste? Not really sure what you are putting in your mouth? We realised that we don’t entirely know all the various kinds and what they are used for. (Apart from some of the obvious ones!) So we are going to do some toothpaste demystifying!
Fluoride – Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral which is an important ingredient of toothpaste. It makes your tooth enamel stronger and therefore less likely to suffer from acid damage. The thing to remember is not to swallow it!
Sensitive – Sensitive toothpaste contains potassium nitrate which can help reduce tooth sensitivity. Sensitivity is a common problem which a lot of people will experience at some point in their life but using sensitive toothpaste can be a massive help and reduce it dramatically so hot and cold drinks can be enjoyed just as they should be! However, there is usually a root (no pun intended…or is there…?) to the problem which should be looked into.
Smokers – Unsurprisingly, smokers toothpaste is recommended for people who smoke or who have smoked who are likely to have more than averagely stained teeth. It usually contains special agents which remove these stains.
Whitening – A very popular type of toothpaste, whitening toothpaste contain abrasives to remove stains and make teeth whiter.
Herbal – Becoming more popular these days, herbal toothpaste is a more natural cleaning product. It is also used by people who may be sensitive to ingredients in other toothpastes.
Children’s – Children’s toothpaste typically contains less fluoride than adults toothpaste. This is because their teeth and mouths are more sensitive. Kids are also a swallow risk, so to speak, and since fluoride can be harmful and give an upset stomach, it is best to keep it to a minimum.
There are a fair few other very specific toothpastes too but we don’t want to overload you! The best one is whichever one you like enough to want to use everyday.
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