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Toothpaste

Toothpaste is a mildly abrasive paste or gel used to maintain oral health. Used in conjunction with a toothbrush, the paste gently scrubs the teeth, helping to remove bacteria, food, and plaque to prevent cavities and improve breath.

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Why Toothpaste does not mix?

Most toothpaste is like a gel, gel is considered a solid even though it can easily be mishaped. they insert toothpaste often in patterns, and that's how it comes out when you squeeze it. I'm sure if you took 2 tubes of different color toothpaste and put it into a bowl then mixed it with a spoon, it would mix; but your question is very similar to something like, "When you hold your toothpaste upside down does the toothpaste come out". It doesn't mix in the tube, but you can mix toothpaste together.

How do you clean your teeth at home with no toothpaste?

Got baking soda? Wet your toothbrush, stick the bristles in the box, and brush with that. Does a good job... and the taste isn't that hard to get used to. (If it's the box in your fridge or freezer, don't. Use a fresh one if possible.)

How much is arm and hammer toothpaste?

Depends what country and location you are in.

Where can you find toothpaste without sls?

SLS, or Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, creates the foaming action in toothpaste. Sensodyne and Biotene make products without it - check the ingredients on the tube, though. Rembrandt used to make a mild toothpaste, but it went off market in 2014.

Is cocoa bad for your teeth as in if I put unsweetened cocoa in a toothpaste recipe would it harm my teeth?

You would be scrubbing a dark substance into your teeth with the toothbrush, this will lead to staining.

How do you test how abrasive toothpaste is?

I have done a basic test by putting toothpast on a new microscope slide. Then I rub it around on the slide for 2 minutes which is the minimal time you should brush your teeth.

I then examine the slide under a microscope. You could rub a stain on the glass such as methylene blue to make the scratcheds more visible.

You need to cound the number of scratches visible in the field of view. Generally, the more scratches the more abrasive the toothpaste.

Is glister toothpaste a vegetarian product?

Yes, Glister toothpaste is generally considered a vegetarian product. It does not contain any animal-derived ingredients; however, it's always best to check the specific ingredients list on the packaging for any updates or changes. Additionally, the manufacturing process should be considered, as some vegetarians may have concerns about cross-contamination with non-vegetarian products.

What is the main ingredient in Oral B toothpaste?

The main ingredients in Oral B toothpaste as with all commercial toothpaste is a combination of fluoride, abrasives and detergents. Whitening agents are often added to various types of pastes as well.

Why should one seek emergency medical attention if they accidentally swallow fluoride toothpaste?

One should seek emergency medical attention if they accidentally swallow fluoride toothpaste because in concentrated amounts, fluoride may cause severe stomach problems. Other symptoms of fluoride poisonig are diarrhea, convulsions and slow heart rate.

Does Colgate toothpaste give you cancer?

NO! i tried it a month ago went to the doctor's i don't have cancer!

Does Colgate tooth paste contain any non veg contents?

Yes, Colgate toothpaste does contain non-veg contents. This is because they do not put any animal derived ingredients into their toothpaste. However, they do test on animals.

Is toothpaste a disinfectant?

In the UK, it is common to use triclosan (Zinc Chloride), which is an antibacterial agent that reduces tartar and bad breath. Triclosan is also used in several other cleaning products including shampoo and hand soap. Studies show that soaps that use Triclosan have a slightly higher bacterial reduction on the exposed surface. Toothpaste that does include triclosan will act as a weak disinfectant. However, not all toothpastes include triclosan.

Is toothpaste the compound sodium and fluoride?

No, toothpaste is a very complex mixture.

Toothpaste is mostly abrasives, detergents, a source of fluoride, and flavorings. Toothpastes are available withoutany fluoride too, especially for young children as they might swallow the toothpaste and too much fluoride causes brown spots on the teeth and can even be toxic. Other ingredients may include antibacterials, remineralizers, antidrying agents, desensitizing agents, etc.

Abrasives used include hydrated silica (which can be made from sand), hydrated alumina, calcium carbonate, and dicalcium phosphates. None of these materials would have any cleaning effect on teeth without the scrubbing action of a toothbrush.

The most common source of fluoride is the salt sodium fluoride, but the salt tin fluoride (stannous fluoride), the organic salt olaflur, and the salt sodium monofluorophosphate (Na2PO3F) are also used.

How much does Colgate cost?

Colgate offers an array of products. Colgate toothpaste can range from a little over 1 dollar to 3, 4 or 10 dollars for specialty versions. Other Colgate dental products can range from 20 dollars or more. See related links below for details on Colgate products.

Is close.up toothpaste American Dental Association approved?

The ADA website has a list of Seal of Acceptance products on its website. As of 2/11/2012, closeup is not on it. I was surprised, because I thought all toothpaste manufacturers would get this. I was disappointed because it tastes so good.

What do Tartar control toothpastes do?

Tartar control toothpastes help prevent tartar formation, but do not remove tartar once it has formed

Is Colgate Total the only ADA approved toothpaste?

Colgate is not the only ADA approved toothpast. Crest and Arm & Hammer are also ADA approved.