Are Toothpaste Tablets Effective?

I would be happier if these tablets could turn into something delicious after popping into our mouths, the same as in some Disney magical cartoons. But, as you know, after chewing the tablet, it comes up the same as toothpaste. 

Toothpaste tablets are dehydrated compressed powdered circular discs smaller than a cheerio. Instead of squeezing the toothpaste out onto your toothbrush, you will need to pop a toothpaste tablet into your mouth and chew it until it is melted. 

Benefits of Using Toothpaste Tablets

I'm not the only one who suffered from dried-up pastes, but you too. That dry paste blockage in toothpaste tubes and the struggle to get the wet paste out is unbearable, especially in the morning. 

No matter how expensive is the toothpaste brand, toothpaste will dried-up. On the other hand, toothpaste tablets are feasible to use, and there is no more drying. 

No Preservatives and Waterless

There is no use of water in making toothpaste tablets; there is no need for preservatives to avoid fungal or bacterial growth.   

No Harmful Chemicals

Toothpaste tablets come from plant-based ingredients and have powerful cleaning properties. These tablets don't contain any harmful chemicals.

Eco-Friendly Packaging

Toothpaste tablets come with fully eco-friendly packaging. They are no plastic toothpaste tablets. The bags are made from cornstarch and carry the official home composting certification. 

Mouth Alkaline Environment

Toothpaste tablets give your mouth an alkaline environment. You can use them as mouth fresheners and mints after having a meal, acidic snacks, or drinks. 

Travel Friendly 

Toothpaste tablets are super traveling friendly, so you don't have to squeeze your toothpaste again and again. You can fix the bag anywhere in your luggage. They are heat-resistant tablets and more sustainable than toothpaste.

With and Without Fluoride

Toothpaste tablets are available with and without fluoride because some people have health concerns and are allergic to fluoride. 

Contain Mineral Oils

Toothpaste tablets contain many essential mineral oils which give teeth a fresh shiny appearance. 

Available in good flavors

Alike tube pastes, toothpaste tablets are also available in good flavors and work as month fresheners. These flavors include mint, charcoal, menthol, and spearmint. 

What Ingredients to Look for While Buying Toothpaste Tubes?

As you know, toothpaste tablets are available in variety for the convenience of people. But some must ingredients will help you maintain proper oral health. 

Xylitol, activated charcoal, fluoride, calcium carbonate, erythritol, and sodium bicarbonate are the ingredients to look out for. These ingredients will strengthen the teeth, reduce cavities, fight plaque, and freshen your breath.

However, fluoride presence in your toothpaste tablets must be your major concern. Fluoride is the key ingredient to stop enamel decay. Dr. Taha Chersa, an Edmonton-based dentist, says, "As long as your toothpaste has fluoride, anything else is extra." 

Point to Ponder

Many toothpastes tablet brands don't mention fluoride absence in the tablets. You should take this seriously because lack of fluoride can lead to irreparable enamel damage.

However, some brands of oral care products mention fluoride-free statements to show that the product is natural. But according to Dr. Fernando, lack of fluoride tends to increase cavities and tooth decay. So, you have to be careful. 

Also, some people are naturally allergic to fluoride and fluoride-based products or have some health concerns. If you are one of them, ask your dentist to recommend you an alternative because Dr. Eskander's research showed that those patients who chose non- fluoride toothpaste tablets had developed dental decay. 

Final Verdict

Pointers if you want to use toothpaste tablets;

• Sometimes, toothpaste tablets don't make foam or lather, but that's ok because the lather-forming ingredients have nothing to do with cleanliness. 
• Dr. Eskander and two other dentists said that toothpaste tablets have all the ingredients a good toothpaste has, so there is no compromise.