Posted on 12/10/2021 6:29:56 PM PST by ConservativeMind
Researchers have shown that new fluoride-free toothpastes with hydroxyapatite can provide equivalent protection to those containing fluoride.
Kelsey O'Hagan-Wong, a second-year pediatric dentistry resident, was the first author of a review paper that investigated the efficacy of fluoride-free hydroxyapatite toothpastes on re-mineralizing and therefore repairing teeth. Through her research, she found that hydroxyapatite toothpastes appear to demonstrate either its superiority or equivalency to fluoride toothpaste as anti-caries agents.
Typically, fluoride is used in the prevention of dental caries, but due to the decreased acceptance among the public and the risk of fluorosis in children, there is the need for effective alternatives. Hydroxyapatite is the main mineral of human tooth enamel and can be used in toothpastes as a biomimetic active ingredient.
"Fluoridated toothpaste is often a concern for very young kids who are more likely to swallow it," says O'Hagan-Wong.
"The problem is kids are getting cavities, so there needs to be an alternate solution."
Hydroxyapatite products can be considered as an alternative in young children where fluorosis is a concern. The challenge, says O'Hagan-Wong, is the toothpastes are often expensive, difficult to obtain and not well-known.
"Although this toothpaste has been on the market for a while, most people are unaware of it," she says. "Hopefully with more knowledge, it can be used to prevent cavities."
O'Hagan-Wong believes more can be added to fluoride-free toothpastes to further improve and protect teeth. Her master's research involves looking at adding a special protein to hydroxyapatite toothpaste that can help rebuild the tooth and prevent further decay.
(Excerpt) Read more at medicalxpress.com ...
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Which toothpaste?
“my wife believes it’s better than any pain killing toothpaste. “
Your wife has painful, sensitive teeth?
So did I (past-tense).
At a minimum, she’s Iodine-deficient. I suddenly began having painful teeth during my health decline. The reversal of painful teeth was unexpected and, notably, returned when I later ceased supplemental Iodine (the amount I take mirrors Japanese intake, a multiple of USRDA).
Ironically, my wife has sensitive teeth, too. But there’s no convincing her, coming from me, and I watch her health decline monthly.
It’s the reason my books aren’t yet published: I hate my role and the feelings which result.
Nice, within 4 posts. I am old enough to remember when this would be the first post on FR.
You’ll have to answer to the Coca Cola family for that!
Cheers,
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