Dentifrices such as toothpastes, tooth powders and tooth gels are meant for the cleaning the surface of the teeth by removing the food debris and plaque adhered to surface of the teeth which is the main cause for tooth problems.
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Introduction
Dentifrices such as toothpastes,
tooth powders and tooth gels are meant for the cleaning the surface of the
teeth by removing the food debris and plaque adhered to surface of the teeth
which is the main cause for tooth problems.
The general requirements for a
dentifrice are as follows:
·
It
should be capable of cleaning the teeth adequately by removing food debris, plaque
and stains efficiently.
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It
should leave a pleasant, cool and refreshing sensation in the mouth.
·
It
should be harmless, non-toxic and should not cause irritation in the mouth or
any ulcers in the buccal cavity.
·
It
should be able to maintain its flow properties all through its commercial
period of storage.
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It
should be easy to pack and easy to use.
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The
abrasive character of the dentifrice should be under the limits of the standards
and should not be harsh on the enamel and the dentine.
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It
should confirm to the standards of the EC cosmetic directive which states that
it is not liable to cause damage to human health when used under normal conditions.
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The
assessment of any claims shall be certified based on properly conducted
clinical trials.
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Most
of all it should be economical to purchase in order to encourage regular and
frequent use by common people.
The dentifrice with all the above
mentioned qualities is said to be an efficient dentifrice.
They should not produce any grittle sensation
in the mouth.
They should possess good abrasive properties.
They should not lead to any
incompatibilities and should be compatible with the other ingredients.
They should be harmless to the
enamel and the abrasive property should be under limits.
They should provide a good shine to
the enamel.
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