The College of Dentistry at the University of Karbala organized a course on tumors: their definition, types and methods of spread, with the participation of a group of faculty and… Read more »
Striped toothpastejusticeStriped toothpaste was invented by Leonard Marravino in 1955, and the patent (US Patent 2,789,731 issued 1957) was sold to Unilever, which marketed the new product under the brand… Read more »
After using toothpaste, orange juice and other juices have an unpleasant taste. Sodium lauryl sulfate alters a person’s perception of taste. It can break down phospholipids that inhibit sweet taste… Read more »
With the exception of pet toothpastes such as dogs and cats, and astronaut toothpastes, most toothpastes are not made to be swallowed, and swallowing them may cause nausea or diarrhea…. Read more »
Some reports have suggested that triclosan (which is an active ingredient in many toothpastes) can combine with chlorine in tap water to form chloroform, which the US Environmental Protection Agency… Read more »
The inclusion of sweet and toxic ethylene glycol in Chinese toothpaste led to the cancellation of many toothpastes in several countries in 2007.[15] The world’s outcry caused Chinese officials to… Read more »
Although water fluoridation has been hailed as one of the greatest medical achievements of the 20th century,[10] toothpastes containing fluoride can be toxic if swallowed in large amounts.[13][14] The risk… Read more »
antibacterial agents;justiceTriclosan is an antibacterial agent and is a common toothpaste ingredient in the UK. Triclosan or zinc chloride protects against gingivitis, and according to the American Dental Association, it… Read more »
Many (but not all) toothpastes contain sodium lauryl sulfate or related surfactants (detergents). Sodium lauryl sulfate is found in many other personal care products such as shampoo, and it is… Read more »
Fluorine in its various forms is the most active ingredient in toothpaste to prevent cavities. It is found in teeth in small amounts in plants and animals and in some… Read more »