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TOOTHPASTE
BY:
HRUDI SUNDAR SAHOO
IVth YEAR BDS
Contents
• Definition• Purposes• Ingredients• Types of toothpaste• How to choose a toothpaste?• Toxic components of a toothpaste• Caution on toothpaste usage
Definition
• A toothpaste or dentifrice is a substance used with a toothbrush for the purpose of cleaning the accessible surfaces of the teeth.
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Purposes
• Cleaning• Polishing• Removal of stains• Reduce incidence of tooth decay• Reduction of oral malodors
Toothpaste IngredientsAbrasives 20%-
40%Solid, insoluble particlesCausing abrasionRemove debris and residual stain from teeth
Aluminium oxideCalcium pyrophosphateCarbonates like sodium bicarbonate, calcium carbonateSilica
Binders 2% To provide consistency and shape.
Polymers like Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC)Alginate Gums
Humectants 20%-40%
Used in toothpaste to prevent loss of water and subsequent hardening of the product upon exposure to air.
GlycerineSorbitolPolyethylene glycolMannitol Propylene glycol
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Sweeteners and Flavors
2% each Improve taste of toothpaste
Sweeteners: sodium saccharin, sorbitol, mannitol, xylitolFlavours: peppermint, spearmint, wintergreen, menthol, cinnamon
Surfactants 1%-2% Produce foam and aid in the removal of debris.
Sodium Lauryl SulfateSodium N-Lauryl Polyethylene glycol (PEG)
Fluoride actives Adults: 1000-1450ppmChildren:<1000ppm
Increases resistance to enamel solubility.
Sodium fluorideSodium monofluorophosphateStannous fluoride
Preservatives <1% Prevent the growth of micro organisms
Alcohols, sodium benzoate, dichlorinated phenols
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Different types of ToothpastesAnti-Caries / Cavity Protection toothpastes
Sodium fluoride and sodium monofluorophosphate
contain fluoride to stop tooth enamel decalcification and protect teeth from tooth decay and cavities
Eg. Colgate cavity protection
Plaque & Gingivitis Prevention toothpastes
Sodium Lauryl Sulphate, Triclosane, Zinc and Stannous ions.
antibacterial and prevent the formation of dental plaque.
Eg. Crest-pro-health clinical gum protection
Tooth Whitening toothpastes
Papain, Dimethicone
have either higher abrasion value than normal toothpastes to mechanically remove food, smoking and other stains from teeth.
Eg. Colgate Optical White and Colgate Pro-clinical White.
Sensitivity toothpastes
Potassium nitrate, strontium chloride, potassium citrate
contain de-sensitising agents to relief those with tooth sensitivity by closing the dentinal tubules.
Eg. Colgate sensitive, Sensodyne
Tartar Control toothpastes
Pyrophosphates reduce new tartar build-up (but they can't remove the existing tartar).
Eg. Colgate tartar protection with whitening
Fresh Breath toothpastes
Peppermint, spearmint, menthol
enhance flavoring agents along with antibacterials to fight halitosis
Eg. Colgate Max-fresh
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Some tips on how to choose a toothpaste
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Abrasiveness
68 Colgate regular
70 Colgate total
110 Colgate herbal
65 Colgate tartar control
200 Colgate 2 in 1 tartar and whitening
110 Amway glister
107 Crest sensitivity protection
79 Sensodyne
80 Close up
150 Pepsodent
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Some toxic components of a toothpaste
• Fluorides: in higher levels cause fluorosisAppear as tiny white streaks or specksSevere form- mottling of enamel, pitting
and cracking of teeth, black and brown stains.
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• Titanium dioxide: if inhaled can cause lung damage
• Sodium saccharin: FDA lists it as a possible carcinogen.
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Few cautions on toothpaste usage
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