There are up to 7 different types of toothpaste, which one is right for you

Fluoride toothpaste

This is the most popular cream today, accounting for more than 90% of all toothpaste sales. This toothpaste contains fluoride to help strengthen tooth enamel, making teeth stronger and preventing tooth decay.

Herbal toothpaste

Herbal toothpaste is suitable for people who do not like to use a lot of chemicals or who are more sensitive to chemical additives. However, if you choose this toothpaste, you should choose one that contains a small amount of fluoride, because a lack of it will not provide effective protection against tooth decay.

Sensitive toothpaste

This toothpaste contains nerve protectors that make you less sensitive to heat and cold. This is the right toothpaste for people with sensitive teeth. It can take up to a month or more to see results.

Whitening toothpaste

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Specialized whitening toothpastes contain fluoride with an enzyme compound that can cause additional tooth sensitivity. Therefore, this type is not suitable for people who already have sensitive teeth.

Tartar Control Toothpaste

Tartar is the result of plaque not being removed from the teeth. Usually, we will have to visit the dentist to remove the plaque. However, you can also use a tartar-control toothpaste that contains chemical compounds that help prevent plaque buildup and solidification.

Toothpaste for smokers

This toothpaste contains stronger abrasives than regular fluoride toothpaste to help fight stains caused by frequent smoking.

Children's Toothpaste

Kinds for children often have a sweet, fragrant scent to help children not afraid to brush their teeth. In addition, this type has less abrasives to prevent sensitive teeth and less fluoride to reduce the risk of children swallowing too much.

Lesley Montoya

Update 27 June 2023