Teeth Brushing Brushes And Toothpaste

Brushing brushes, toothpaste. Contents. Glossary. Toothbrushes. Types of toothbrushes. Manual toothbrushes. Toothpaste. Components. Toothbrushig. Twice a day. - fluoride paste. - 2 minutes. - soft-bristled brush. - gentle pressure. Brushing technique. Sources.

Humectant (drėkinamoji medžiaga) – a substance that is used to reduce the loss of moisture. E.g.: Hand lotions or skin moisturizers are either humectants or lipids. Abrasive (šlifuojamoji medžiaga) – a substance used for grinding, polishing, or cleaning a hard surface. E.g.: He paint comes off with an abrasive steel-wool pad.

Anti-decay toothpaste (fluoride) Effective in preventing tooth decay.

Anti-calculus toothpaste Reduces the rate of calculus formation.

Anti-plaque toothpaste Inhibits plaque accumulation, reduces chances of gum disease.

Whitening toothpaste Removes stains on the tooth surface, gives whitening effect.

Active ingredients: anticaries agents (fluoride) antihypersensitivity agents (potassium salts) antimicrobial agents (triclosan).

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Abrasive agents Detergents Flavoring agents Humectants Thickening agents or binders Peroxide.

Twice a day - fluoride paste- 2 minutes- soft-bristled brush - gentle pressure.