To neutralise the acidic secretions produced by bacteria as they break down sugars in the mouth, which would otherwise erode the tooth enamel. These sugars in the mouth come from the food the person eats.
Well it is sodium hydroxide that is found in toothpaste.This is the simplest answer you could ever find
Normally toothpastes contain a fluoride such as sodium fluoride and also a whitening agent such as bicarbonate of soda.
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One common alkali found in toothpaste is sodium hydroxide, which helps to maintain the proper pH level of the toothpaste. Alkalis in toothpaste also help to neutralize acids produced by bacteria in the mouth, preventing tooth decay.
all kinds of toothpastes like colgate, close-up, aqua fresh, crest and more
Tartar control toothpastes help prevent tartar formation, but do not remove tartar once it has formed
Whitening toothpastes do not contain bleach. Instead mild abrasives remove surface stains, but do not change tooth color.
The plural is toothpastes.
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There are many, many different kinds of toothpastes. Some are fluoride free, some aren't. Some taste like mint, some don't.