Choosing a toothpaste may be as difficult as buying a toothbrush because of properties advertised like minty freshness, whitening, tartar control, etc.
First and foremost, your toothpaste should use dentifrice (such as a gel or paste) to clean your teeth while battling plaque and cavities. Fluoride should also be present in toothpaste to strengthen your teeth enamel.
Beyond that, the choice is up to you !
First, your selection could be influenced by your personal preference of constancy. Because they adhere to your toothbrush better than liquids, gels and pastes are simpler to apply and use.
Second, your selection may be influenced by your taste preference. For instance, your kids might prefer the bubble gum-flavored kid-friendly toothpaste to the adult toothpastes with stronger flavors.
Third, your decision may be influenced by the goals you have beyond just maintaining good oral hygiene. For instance: If you have concerns with sensitivity: ie hot or cold foods and beverages cause you discomfort; then desensitizing toothpaste may be your best option. Furthermore, if controlling tartar is your priority; Pick a paste containing pyrophosphates to lessen the accumulation of tartar deposits (also known as calculus) on your teeth. Finally, if Whitening is your goal; then Sodium hexametaphosphate toothpaste will help eliminate surface stains and stop new ones from developing, thus giving you whiter teeth.
The toothpaste you use will entirely depend on personal choice as long as you are brushing your teeth properly twice a day and getting your teeth professionally cleaned and checked.
Dr. Mustafa Alani 