Every day, we take care of the oral cavity several times. Someone has developed this habit since childhood, and someone is forced to brush their teeth for a number of other reasons, among which are the frequent use of coffee or smoking. Very often, people pay increased attention to toothbrushes, and consider the quality component of the paste to be a secondary factor.
But this is fundamentally wrong, because both hygiene products are equally important here. And if the safety of the brush is more or less obvious, then with the paste things are somewhat different, because it is not possible to feel this characteristic, like the same bristles. And you have to trust the manufacturer and what he writes on the packaging.
A quality and safe toothpaste will gently cleanse enamel, prevent tooth decay, gum bleeding, eliminate odor and maintain a healthy oral cavity. Mediocre products, on the contrary, will irritate the gums, poorly remove plaque and, in addition, cause allergic reactions.
Therefore, many users are asking a completely logical question: “Which toothpaste is the safest and highest quality?” The choice is further complicated by the fact that on the shelves on the shelves there is simply a huge assortment of all kinds of hygiene products of this kind. Getting lost in all this diversity is very easy, and selecting a truly safe toothpaste turns into a real quest.
And if competent consultants can give sensible advice in specialized branded points of sale, then in ordinary chain stores you have to rely only on yourself and on good luck that you will get a quality product.
Let's try to find out which toothpaste is safe and what you need to pay special attention to during the selection. We also denote the list of the most popular and high-quality products - harmless and effective. For clarity, the list of safe toothpastes will be presented in the form of a rating.
Difficulties of choice
First, consider the types of pastes and decide what will be better in one case or another. It should be noted right away that universal options are suitable only for those who have no problems with their teeth, as well as bad habits that spoil the enamel. In other cases, you need to take into account some features of your oral cavity.
Fluoride pastes
The use of fluoride in toothpastes is recommended by WHO as one of the key components. Upon contact with enamel, this element is built into its structure, where a kind of restoration of phosphorus and calcium takes place. Thus, the process of tooth decay is significantly slowed down, and the teeth are strengthened.
Hygiene with fluoride can be used by almost everyone, it is a completely safe toothpaste. An exception may be regions where the content of this element is above the permissible level. In our country, this is about 10% of the entire territory. Information on the content of fluoride in drinking water can be clarified at the local sanitary and epidemiological station. If it is higher than normal, then in this case fluoride toothpastes cannot be called safe.
Calcium
Products with calcium, including for personal hygiene, are usually recommended for children. Some dentists believe that the content of this element does not affect the effectiveness of the paste, because a decent amount of calcium is contained in the saliva of a person, and it is almost not absorbed during cleaning.
Nevertheless, it is generally accepted that safe children's toothpaste should always contain calcium. Because this element is very important for the growing body of the child and in any case will not be superfluous.
Soda
Dental experts also believe that safe toothpaste should contain soda. Although this element performs a purely hygienic function, without affecting the enamel, it is still very useful. Especially when it comes to cleaning.
Soda perfectly copes with dirt and removes plaque noticeably faster than in the case of pastes without this element. In addition, it has a whitening effect and refreshes the oral cavity.
Whitening paste
A good half of dentists believe that safe whitening toothpastes simply do not exist. As such, the whitening effect has not yet been proven by anyone, and the consequences of this procedure are not fully understood. For such cases, special strips or professional formulations are used, but not pastes. There are also some facts that do not speak in favor of such hygiene products.
Aggressive abrasives contained in whitening pastes contribute to the erasure of tooth enamel, and they do not affect the gums in the best way. So you can’t use such products on a daily basis, and if we are talking about sensitive teeth, then it is completely contraindicated. Another thing is pastes with a whitening effect. There are no such aggressive elements, but it will also fail to achieve a clearly visible effect.
Next, we consider the list of the safest toothpastes, compiled taking into account the feedback and recommendations of dentists, which included not only high-quality, but also harmless hygiene products. All products described below are sold, as a rule, through specialized points of sale and pharmacies.
The rating of safe toothpastes is as follows:
- Weleda.
- Parodontax.
- Sensodyne
- "SPLAT Professional Ultracomplex".
- Biorepair Intensive Night.
- PresiDENT Smokers.
- "SPLAT Professional Maximum."
- ROCS Pro.
Consider the participants in more detail.
Weleda
This is one of the best and safest children's toothpastes with calendula from a well-known German manufacturer. The composition of the product includes seaweed, essential oils, calendula extract and other beneficial elements. All of them have only a beneficial effect on the oral cavity of the child.
Many dental magazines call this toothpaste the safest in composition, and for children it is the best suited. Despite the decent cost, the product fully justifies the funds invested in it and fulfills them with interest.
Users leave completely positive reviews about safe Weleda toothpaste. In addition to the fact that it copes with its tasks perfectly, it also lasts for a very long time.
Advantages of the paste:
- copes with plaque;
- possesses preventive properties;
- no harm from swallowing;
- has an anti-inflammatory effect.
No flaws were found.
The approximate cost of the paste is about 500 rubles.
Parodontax
Another German representative of the rating, but for adults. "Paradontax" is considered not only the best tool for daily oral hygiene, but also one of the safest toothpastes. Specialists of many dental clinics leave exclusively positive reviews about this product and recommend it in every way, and without any mercenary intent.
One of the main features of the safest toothpaste is a rich and balanced composition: chamomile, sage, echinacea, rataniya and other useful elements. This variety can be found in other products, but the cost of the paste will be noticeably higher.
Consumers are very warm about Paradontax. Pasta does an excellent job with the task, plus it has a number of other useful effects. In addition, the price tag for the product can not be called "bite."
Pros of toothpaste:
- for daily use;
- rich and balanced composition;
- fights inflammation in the oral cavity;
- prevents bleeding of gums;
- antiseptic effect;
- there are options with fluoride and without it;
- Attractive cost as for available features.
No cons found.
Estimated price of the paste is about 180 rubles.
Sensodyne
This pasta is from the UK and is also considered one of the safest, as well as effective. Experts call it the best means of instant action. Paste in the shortest possible time prevents gum inflammation and provides oral prophylaxis.
In addition, the product has an analgesic effect. The instant effect is largely due to the presence of unnatural components: thickeners, concentrated medications and other synthetic elements. But the entire list is safe and helps teeth and gums, and there are no references to any side effects either in consumer reviews or in expert comments.
Advantages of the paste:
- effective cleaning;
- rapid healing of small wounds;
- analgesic effect;
- pleasant aroma;
- can be used from 12 years.
Disadvantages:
- synthetic components in the composition;
- a lot of fakes.
The approximate cost of the paste is about 250 rubles.
SPLAT Professional Ultracomplex
This is one of the safest toothpastes in Russia from a domestic manufacturer. The product comes without fluoride, so it is perfect for people with hypersensitive teeth. Thanks to an impressive list of natural and healthy elements in the composition, the paste takes care of the entire oral cavity immediately plus freshens the breath.
The visible effect of enamel strengthening after the first applications is imperceptible, therefore it is necessary to use paste periodically. The product also accelerates the regeneration of wounds in the oral cavity and eliminates bleeding.
Judging by consumer reviews, pasta has proven to be a universal remedy. It not only cleans teeth and takes care of gums, but also has an antiseptic effect and also has healing properties. So the pasta is already fulfilling a small cost with interest.
Product Advantages:
- natural and rich composition;
- suitable for hypersensitive teeth;
- freshens breath;
- possesses antiseptic and regenerating effect;
- more than adequate cost.
Minuses:
- to obtain the proper effect, frequent and regular use is necessary;
- there is not even a hint of a whitening effect.
Estimated price of the paste is about 120 rubles.
Biorepair Intensive Night
This is an Italian special paste for caring for your mouth before going to bed. The product includes proprietary MicroRepair proprietary technology, where tiny active particles maintain the state of enamel all night. Also in the composition there are natural components that nourish the teeth with the necessary minerals and thereby restore them.
All the elements that make up the paste have been thoroughly tested and meet all international standards, so the product can be safely called safe. Users are very positive about Biorepair Intensive Night, and experts do not note any critical shortcomings.
The only fly in the ointment that domestic consumers often complain about is the difficulty in acquiring it. The product is rarely found on Russian shelves, but it is worth it to look for it.
Advantages of the paste:
- effective night protection;
- the next morning a pleasant aroma and sensations in the oral cavity;
- reduces tooth sensitivity;
- whitening effect;
- regeneration of small wounds.
Disadvantages:
- the price is a bit high, especially if you take it through third parties.
The approximate cost of the paste is about 600 rubles.
PresiDENT Smokers
This is a product from Italy, and the manufacturer positions it as a paste for smokers with the most safe elements in its composition: lime, parsley, bamboo charcoal, etc. But the product also copes with other contaminants, such as coffee deposits or residues of fatty foods.
The presence of a solid concentration of fluorine allows you to properly protect the enamel from the residual elements of resins, drinks or food. Users in their reviews note that after applying this paste, the teeth become lighter by a couple of shades.
Of course, the effect of professional cleaning, which is carried out by dentists, will not give its use, but a positive result is noticeable already on the second or third day of use.
It is also worth noting that there are no abrasive elements in the composition, so the paste is suitable for people with sensitive teeth. Also, users note freshness in the oral cavity after application, which is especially important for outgoing smokers.
Pros of pasta:
- great for brushing heavily soiled teeth;
- a positive effect is noticeable after the second day of use;
- pleasant aroma and freshness after use;
- natural and balanced composition;
- no abrasive elements.
Minuses:
- it is difficult to find a product in Russia;
- a large number of fakes.
Estimated price of the paste is about 250 rubles.
SPLAT Professional Maximum
This is a product from a domestic manufacturer, aimed primarily at eliminating bad breath. Judging by user reviews, the product does an excellent job of this task: you are guaranteed a fresh breath for 6-8 hours after use.
In particularly difficult cases, the manufacturer recommends using a special gel from the same series for greater returns. Then you can forget about bad breath for almost a day, but the cost of such a service will more than double.
In addition, the presence in the composition of effective, and at the same time completely safe natural ingredients allows you to thoroughly clean your teeth and get rid of plaque. Smokers and coffee lovers leave mostly positive reviews regarding the removal of yellowness.
The paste does not have an abrasive effect, so you can not worry about the integrity of enamel and gums. Whitening is implemented at a minimum level, but it is felt after a couple of days of use. The only thing consumers sometimes complain about is the pronounced mint flavor, and all would be fine, but because of the high concentration of mint in the composition, it palpably nibbles in the mouth. So for especially sensitive natures it is better to look at another, softer option.
Advantages of the paste:
- excellent stability - up to 8 hours;
- effective cleaning, including the elimination of yellowness on the teeth;
- suitable for sensitive teeth (if not pronounced mint);
- Attractive value for available features.
Disadvantages:
- concentrated mint can sometimes burn the oral cavity.
The approximate cost of the paste is about 180 rubles.
ROCS Pro
Another Russian toothpaste, which is enviable popular with domestic consumers. A little earlier, it was sold exclusively in pharmacies, but today it can be found in other specialized points of sale.
Users in their reviews speak particularly warmly about the softness of toothpaste and its effectiveness. The product is well suited when gentle whitening is necessary. Separately, it is worth noting the presence of hypoallergenic elements in the composition, which makes it safe for almost all categories of users.
As such, there are no abrasive ingredients, so the enamel is not erased, and the gums are not irritated. The paste copes well with yellowness, plaque and slightly brightens the teeth (one or two tones). If you need the maximum whitening effect without going to the dentist, the manufacturer recommends using a special gel from the same series. Judging by the reviews, such a tandem perfectly copes with the task and whitens teeth very well.
The paste does not have any critical flaws, the only thing users sometimes complain about is the high price tag. For this money you can find an imported product with a faster whitening effect. Nevertheless, many dentists strongly recommend this paste to smokers and coffee lovers.
Product Advantages:
- effective cleaning of yellowness and plaque of varying degrees;
- hypoallergenic elements in the composition;
- suitable for sensitive teeth;
- good stability - up to 6 hours;
- reliable packaging with a convenient dispenser.
Minuses:
- relatively slow whitening effect;
- maximum return only when using a gel of the same series;
- the cost is a bit high.
Estimated price - about 350 rubles.