08 May Choosing the right toothpaste

In the early 1800s, toothpaste was made of chalk and soap, It’s come a long way since then. Many toothpastes today contain ingredients like fluoride, mild abrasives, sudsing detergents, thickening agents, and flavorings. Fluoride may be all you need in a toothpaste. But you probably want more.

You can choose toothpastes that help do different things, such as: Whiten teeth, control tartar, prevent gum disease, freshen breath, desensitize the teeth certain products can help prevent cold, acidic, and sweet foods from irritating the nerves and causing tooth discomfort.