Best Toothpaste for Most Adults
Fluoride with potassium nitrate or stannous fluoride. Here's the evidence.
Dr. Michael Stevens
Periodontist
What you need
- Fluoride: 1,450 ppm minimum (standard adult level)
- ADA/NHS approved
- Desensitising if sensitive teeth
Gold standards
- Sensodyne Pronamel
- Colgate Sensitive
- Oral-B Pro-Expert
- Parodontax (gum focus)
Avoid
- Charcoal (abrasive, no proven benefit)
- 'Natural' without fluoride
- Whitening abrasives for daily use
Special needs
- Dry mouth: Biotene
- Heavy staining: add polish paste 1x week
- Very sensitive: Sensodyne or Elmex Sensitive
References
- American Dental Association
- Cochrane Oral Health Group
Tags
Referenced sources
- American Dental Association
- Cochrane Oral Health Group
Medical disclaimer. This article is informational and does not replace professional clinical advice. For a plan specific to your situation, book a consultation with a Paradise Dental specialist.
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