I’m wondering what happens to different molecules on teeth, what toothpastes are made of, how does it fight sugar etc.
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Sorry to break this to you but toothpaste plays a minor role in dental care. Lots of research suggests this. Toothpaste is just abrasives held together by a detergent like binding agent, plus fluoride or other minor active agents. It is the brush that removes the plaque and abrasives just help in that, like sand helps grinding. Fluorides for sure help prevent cavity by renewing enamel regularly, especially if water isn’t fluoridated. Toothpaste just works by giving mint fresh breath and making it feel good.
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