What To Consider When Choosing Toothpaste

09 December 2022

Today, there is a wide selection of toothpaste and oral hygiene products on the market, and it is often quite confusing for the consumer to make the right choice from the wide range.

In the blog, we will introduce you to the issues that you should consider when choosing a toothpaste.

II Chemical Composition

When choosing the optimal toothpaste for you, it is better to buy products that do not contain SLS (sodium lauryl sulfate). Sodium lauryl sulfate is added to toothpastes to create foam, but there are frequent clinical cases where SLS causes stomatitis and allergies on the oral mucosa. Along with this, when buying toothpaste, we should also look at its packaging.

The different colored symbols on the bottom of the toothpaste package identify their composition.

• Black square - means that the toothpaste is not natural and is mainly made using chemical substances.
• Red square - means that the toothpaste contains artificial and natural additives.
• Blue square - such toothpastes contain natural and artificial ingredients, although natural additives prevail in it.
• Green square - this toothpaste is made with only natural components and does not contain any chemical additives.

II Types of Toothpaste

Along with the chemical composition, it is important that the toothpaste meets your needs. There are different types of toothpaste:

• Toothpastes containing fluoride

If your teeth are prone to caries, Blitz Dental - Kakhaber Kharebava Clinic recommends using fluoride toothpaste. Fluoride is a natural mineral found in toothpaste that prevents tooth decay and helps maintain a healthy and attractive smile.

• Anti-plaque toothpastes

There are toothpastes whose main function is to protect teeth from plaque. Such pastes are often used by smokers and not only. They mainly contain sodium pyrophosphate, which prevents the formation of plaque. Of course, if the patient has plaque and/or tartar, it cannot be removed with toothpaste alone, and professional teeth cleaning is necessary.

• Anti-inflammatory toothpastes

There are many toothpastes on the market that have anti-bleeding and anti-inflammatory properties. Doctors recommend such toothpastes when the patient has periodontal diseases. In the course of treatment, such toothpastes or wipes can be used only on the recommendation of a doctor.

• Whitening toothpastes

Whitening toothpastes contain ingredients that chemically whiten teeth. It is important for the patient to understand that the use of permanent whitening toothpastes is not recommended, as they may cause increased sensitivity. If you have sensitive teeth (high sensitivity to cold and hot food) avoid using whitening toothpastes.

• Flavored toothpastes.

In the modern pharmaceutical market, there are many toothpastes with a specific flavoring composition, and they leave a pleasant aroma in the mouth after brushing. Blitz Dental - Kakhaber Kharebava Clinic recommends that you familiarize yourself with the composition of the toothpaste before purchasing it. Toothpastes that have a sweet taste may contain a large amount of artificial sweeteners, which is not desirable. Sweeteners in toothpaste can cause tooth decay.

• Desensitizing toothpaste

Patients who frequently use teeth whitening products or often undergo chemical whitening, complain of increased tooth sensitivity. In such cases, it is recommended to use desensitizing toothpastes. Desensitizing pastes contain potassium nitrate, which helps restore tooth health.

• Herbal toothpastes

For those patients who prefer natural substances, dentists advise to periodically use toothpastes containing natural ingredients. These types of toothpastes do not contain fluoride and mainly have herbal ingredients. When choosing a herbal toothpaste, you should keep in mind that most of these toothpastes have a specific taste.

• Children's toothpastes

The world's leading dentists agree that children should brush their teeth with age-appropriate toothpastes, not with products meant for fame. Children often swallow pastes while brushing their teeth. Some ingredients in toothpastes may be dangerous for them. In addition, children's pastes contain substances that help children's teeth get the necessary minerals.

Blits Dental - Kakhaber Kharebava clinic team advises you to properly take care of the health of your teeth. When taking care of oral hygiene, trust the doctor's advice and buy the toothpaste recommended by him.