What to Look for When Buying Toothpaste

The American Dental Association encourages people to brush twice a day and floss once a day to help maintain good oral health. When brushing your teeth, you should use a soft-bristled toothbrush and toothpaste. Toothpaste not only improves the brush’s ability to remove food particles and plaque from the surfaces of your teeth, but it can also carry other benefits.

Here at Pollary Family Dentistry, we recommend considering a few things before purchasing a particular brand of toothpaste.

First of all, you should only consider brands that have earned the ADA Seal of Acceptance. This seal means that the toothpaste has been researched and tested by the ADA for safety and effectiveness.

Many people find that abrasive toothpaste helps remove plaque and residual food particles from the faces of your teeth. Fluoride toothpaste also helps strengthen the enamel and prevent tooth decay. Fluoride can also help mitigate issues with tooth sensitivity.

Nonabrasive toothpastes, such as denture polish, are used to clean dentures. You might want to keep nonabrasive toothpaste on hand if you need to maintain a custom mouthguard, night guard or snore guard. Some nonabrasive toothpastes are formulated to help mitigate symptoms associated with chronic dry mouth.

Whitening toothpastes are formulated with a mild concentration of hydrogen peroxide. These toothpastes help reduce minor surface stains between dental cleanings. However, they will not be strong enough to remove moderate and deep stains on teeth.

If you need help selecting the right brand of toothpaste in Colorado Springs, Colorado, you can call Pollary Family Dentistry at 719-591-0750 for a consultation.