As a dentist, one of the most frequently asked question by the patients is,
‘which toothpaste should I use?’ The answer to this is more complicated than just a name of a particular product from a particular brand.
Lets think about it rationally. What all should a toothpaste do to qualify as an ideal toothpaste? Well, just clean your teeth. Then how is it much different from a soap that is used to clean other surfaces. If you apply soap onto a surface and leave it right there, will it clean well without any scrubbing? Will the dirty clothes get clean as well when soaked in soap water as they would be if you mechanically scrub them or put them in a washing machine? So I think I made my point. Its not the soap alone, its how you use it. And its not which toothpaste but how you brush your teeth is more important of an issue.
Yes, there are toothpastes manufactured that suit the varied flavour choices, age groups and other special needs (like sensitivity) of consumers. But they all mainly function as a cleaning aid to be used with a toothbrush. So the next time you visit a dentist the more appropriate question to ask would be,
‘which toothbrush should I use and how?’
And there is no shame if your brushing method is wrong. Believe me, you are not alone.