{"id":260,"date":"2017-11-06T00:31:37","date_gmt":"2017-11-06T00:31:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/?p=260"},"modified":"2017-12-06T00:42:04","modified_gmt":"2017-12-06T00:42:04","slug":"toothpastes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/2017\/11\/06\/toothpastes\/","title":{"rendered":"The Truth About Toothpastes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-261\" src=\"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/AdobeStock_101893242-300x198.jpeg\" alt=\"Woman choosing toothpaste \" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/AdobeStock_101893242-300x198.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/AdobeStock_101893242-768x508.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/AdobeStock_101893242-1024x677.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>One of the questions dentists hear most often from patients is, \u201cWhat toothpaste should I use?\u201d Most patients don\u2019t love the typical answer, \u201cIt\u2019s up to you.\u201d However, the most important factor in picking a toothpaste is choosing a product that you like. Whether it\u2019s the flavor, aroma, or the texture you like, as long as you consistently brush your teeth, your toothpaste should do its job, keeping your teeth clean. In this post, you can learn some basics to better understand what to look for and how to make the right toothpaste choice for your unique smile. You can also be one of the patients who asks their dentist for a recommendation during your next <a href=\"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/preventive-general-dentistry.html\">preventive dentistry<\/a> checkup. Dentists and dental hygienists are always happy to help their patients make these choices.<br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Reading the Ingredient List<\/h2>\n<p>Most people know that fluoride is an important ingredient in tooth paste, but many patients aren\u2019t sure what the other toothpaste ingredients are or what they do. Some of the common ingredients found in toothpaste and other oral hygiene products include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Anti-cavity \u2013 fluoride<\/li>\n<li>Sensitivity \u2013 potassium nitrate<\/li>\n<li>Anti-gingivitis \u2013 stannous fluoride and triclosan<\/li>\n<li>Anti-tartar &#8211; Pyrophosphates, triclosan and zinc citrate<\/li>\n<li>Stains \u2013 silica abrasives, enzymes, hydrogen or carbamide peroxide<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Picking the Right Toothpaste<\/h2>\n<p>Keeping the above ingredients and their uses in mind, look for a toothpaste that addresses your unique needs and meets the American Dental Association standard for approval. If you find a toothpaste with the ADA seal of approval, you know this product will contain effective ingredients and keep your smile clean.<\/p>\n<h2>Keeping your Smile Healthy<\/h2>\n<p>Whatever toothpaste you choose, a good brushing technique is essential to ensure you maintain your healthiest smile. Consider the following tips to improve your at-home dental care routine:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Brush for at least two minutes at a time<\/li>\n<li>Brush at least two times each day, but consider brushing about 30 minutes after meals to further improve oral health<\/li>\n<li>Brush teeth systematically, not randomly, to ensure you brush each tooth<\/li>\n<li>Brush the front, back, and tops of teeth<\/li>\n<li>Brush with the bristles at an angle toward the gum line<\/li>\n<li>Brush with soft or ultra soft bristled toothbrushes<\/li>\n<li>Do not press hard while brushing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Meet Dr. Gaitsgory<\/h2>\n<p>At the Framingham dentistry office of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/meet-dr-gaitsgory.html\">Marianna Gaitsgory, DMD<\/a>, we\u2019re always here to help our patients improve their oral health and hygiene routines. Please don\u2019t hesitate to ask our dentist or hygienist about your current toothpaste, floss, or other products during your next dental checkup. We\u2019ll walk you through the best ways to care for your smile at home, and make recommendations for toothpastes that may be right for you. If you suffer from chronic tooth decay, we may even recommend a prescription toothpaste. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/contact-us.html\">Call<\/a> the Framingham Premier Dental team to find out more or schedule a dental checkup. We look forward to seeing you soon.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the questions dentists hear most often from patients is, \u201cWhat toothpaste should I use?\u201d Most patients don\u2019t love the typical answer, \u201cIt\u2019s up to you.\u201d However, the most important factor in picking a toothpaste is choosing a product that you like. 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