Seems almost all have the same active ingredient even though they promise different things on the label.
Other than a variation of Hydrogen Peroxide for whitening and Fluoride for Enamel – what’s actually different?
Do they have secret “inactive” ingredients that deliver on the promises of the label or is it all a sham?
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My dentist says the difference is maybe 10%, the remaining 90% is based on how you use the toothpaste. Basically brushing technique matters the most, if done right, it doesn’t quite matter what toothpaste you use. Of course if you have any medical conditions this may differ and certain toothpastes will provide benefits with active ingredients specifically designed to target those problems.
Also, “whitening” toothpastes often are more abrasive than regular ones so I typically ignore them in lieu of dedicating more time to brushing properly. At the end of the day, healthy teeth needn’t look bright white, and white teeth needn’t be healthy.
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