Whitening toothpaste, moth proof toothpaste, anti allergy toothpaste… All kinds of toothpaste on the market make people dizzy. When buying, some eye-catching slogans make people hesitant. In fact, no matter what the name is, the composition is the important factor that determines whether the toothpaste is suitable for you. Recently, the American Journal of prevention invited a number of dental experts to teach you how to choose a suitable tube of toothpaste.
I’m looking for “silicone” when my teeth turn yellow. Whitening toothpaste contains a small amount of corrosive agent to help polish teeth and prevent the formation of tooth stains, but the effect on “old yellow teeth” is not obvious. Dr. Augusto Robles, a dentist at the University of Alabama in the United States, suggested that if you want better whitening effect, you can choose a toothpaste containing silicone components. This silicon has a good wear resistance coefficient, which can whiten your teeth and minimize the wear on your teeth.
To prevent tooth decay, look for “fluoride”. Bacteria on teeth interact with sugars and other foods, and the acid produced will erode enamel, thus forming tooth decay. The American Dental Association recommends that if you want to prevent tooth decay, you should choose a toothpaste containing mineral fluorine, which can form a protective film on the surface of teeth to resist acid attack.
Look for “strontium chloride” or “potassium nitrate” for sensitive teeth. Dr. Sally Clem, a periodontist in Washington, D.C., believes that if tooth sensitivity is not caused by tooth decay or gum infection, it is because of excessive brushing, which causes gum sensitivity or tooth root exposure. In this case, you should choose toothpaste containing desensitizing ingredients, such as strontium chloride or potassium nitrate, which can alleviate the pain caused by tooth allergy.
To prevent tartar, look for “pyrophosphate” or “zinc citrate”. Dental plaque hardening can form calculus or tartar. Once tartar forms, brushing your teeth carefully will not help. You can only ask the dentist to help remove it. Dr. Cooper, spokesman of the American Dental Association, said that it is very important to prevent tartar, and toothpaste containing pyrophosphate or zinc citrate should be selected.
In addition, Dr. Robles pointed out that when choosing the ointment for cleaning dentures, try to choose effervescent tablets. It is more effective to clean dentures by immersion than brushing.
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