History About Toothpaste
Toothpaste has a history that stretches back nearly 4,000 years. Until the mid 19th century, abrasives used to clean teeth did not resemble modern toothpaste. People were primarily concern with cleaning stains from their teeth and used harsh, sometimes toxic ingredients to meet their goal.
Ancient Egyptians used a mixture of green lead, verdigris ( green crust that forms on certain metals like copper or brass when exposed to salt,water or air). The early chinese used ground fish bones. The Arabs used fine sand and pumice as part of their ingredients in teeth-cleaning formulas. Europeans used strong acids to lift the stains, similarly corrosive mixtures were widely used until the twentieth century. The Indians were well known for their technology of using neem tree twigs and ashes from the charcoal as the way of cleaning the teeth.
Sacharin Cancer warning on a diet soda can
TaB a diet product with Coca Cola company issued
warning on safety of sacharin in 1907
Toothpaste has a history that stretches back nearly 4,000 years. Until the mid 19th century, abrasives used to clean teeth did not resemble modern toothpaste. People were primarily concern with cleaning stains from their teeth and used harsh, sometimes toxic ingredients to meet their goal.
Ancient Egyptians used a mixture of green lead, verdigris ( green crust that forms on certain metals like copper or brass when exposed to salt,water or air). The early chinese used ground fish bones. The Arabs used fine sand and pumice as part of their ingredients in teeth-cleaning formulas. Europeans used strong acids to lift the stains, similarly corrosive mixtures were widely used until the twentieth century. The Indians were well known for their technology of using neem tree twigs and ashes from the charcoal as the way of cleaning the teeth.
In 1850, Dr. Washington Wentworth Sheffield, dental surgeon and chemist, invented the first toothpaste. He was 23 years and lived in New London. His invention is called Crème Dentifrice. He eventually improved his invention and started a small factory to manufacture. Originally, he marketed his toothpaste in jars to consumers.
Chalk was commonly used as the abrasive in early part of the twentieth century. Colgate-Palmolive sold the first toothpaste in collapsible tube in 1896. The product was called Colgate Ribbon Dental Crème.
In 1934, in the United States , toothpaste standards were developed by the American Dental Association’s Council on Dental Therapeutics.
The next big milestone in toothpaste development happened in the mid-20th century (1914-60). After studies proving Fluoride aided in protection from tooth decay, many toothpastes were formulated to include sodium fluoride. In 1937 the ADA has criticized the use of Fluoride but received ADA approval in 1950s certain limit or amounts acceptable for health. Many ingredient with “special” abilities were added in toothpaste and toothpaste packaging. In 1984 the Colgate pump tube packaging were introduced and in 1990s, stand up tubes spread throughout the industry.
In 1934, in the United States , toothpaste standards were developed by the American Dental Association’s Council on Dental Therapeutics.
The next big milestone in toothpaste development happened in the mid-20th century (1914-60). After studies proving Fluoride aided in protection from tooth decay, many toothpastes were formulated to include sodium fluoride. In 1937 the ADA has criticized the use of Fluoride but received ADA approval in 1950s certain limit or amounts acceptable for health. Many ingredient with “special” abilities were added in toothpaste and toothpaste packaging. In 1984 the Colgate pump tube packaging were introduced and in 1990s, stand up tubes spread throughout the industry.
What will be the next Paradigm?
In the early 21st century, Dentobac introduced the Herbal Gel Toothpaste, an all natural toothpaste. Dentobac Cool Peppermint formula consist of Fresh Mint Extract and specially purified Aloe Vera Juice. The Ideal combination of anti-bacterial Neem and anti-inflammatory Aloe Vera along with other natural plant extracts make Dentobac Cool Peppermint a perfect all natural Herbal Toothpaste. It helps prevent bad breath and leaves a sensational refreshing mint feeling all day long.
FAQ About Toothpaste
Q1. Can you please tell me the different between gel & paste ?
A gel is a colloidal system in which a porous network of interconnected nanoparticles spans the volume of a liquid medium. In general, gels are apparently solid, jelly-like materials. Both by weight and volume, gels are mostly liquid in composition and thus exhibit densities similar to liquids, however have the structural coherence of a solid. An example of a common gel is edible gelatin.
In physics, a paste is a substance that behaves as a solid until a sufficiently large load or stress is applied, at which point it flows like a fluid. Pastes typically consist of a suspension of granular material in a background fluid. The individual grains are jammed together like sand on a beach, forming a disordered, glassy or amorphous structure, and giving pastes their solid-like character.
A gel is a colloidal system in which a porous network of interconnected nanoparticles spans the volume of a liquid medium. In general, gels are apparently solid, jelly-like materials. Both by weight and volume, gels are mostly liquid in composition and thus exhibit densities similar to liquids, however have the structural coherence of a solid. An example of a common gel is edible gelatin.
In physics, a paste is a substance that behaves as a solid until a sufficiently large load or stress is applied, at which point it flows like a fluid. Pastes typically consist of a suspension of granular material in a background fluid. The individual grains are jammed together like sand on a beach, forming a disordered, glassy or amorphous structure, and giving pastes their solid-like character.
Q2. What is Fluoride ?
Fluorides reduce decay by increasing the strength of teeth. Sodium fluoride is the most commonly used fluoride. Fluoride was first added to toothpastes in 1914, and was criticized by the American Dental Association (ADA) in 1937. Fluoride toothpastes developed in the 1950s received the ADA's approval. Countries limit and suggest different amounts acceptable for health.
Fluorides reduce decay by increasing the strength of teeth. Sodium fluoride is the most commonly used fluoride. Fluoride was first added to toothpastes in 1914, and was criticized by the American Dental Association (ADA) in 1937. Fluoride toothpastes developed in the 1950s received the ADA's approval. Countries limit and suggest different amounts acceptable for health.
Drinking water containing about 1 part per million of fluoride protects teeth from decay, and in some areas fluoride is added to drinking water to achieve this level. Naturally, the fluoride content of water ranges between 0.05 and 14 ppm. Water containing more than about 12 ppm fluoride can lead to chalky white patches on the surface of the teeth, known as mottled enamel. At higher levels there is strong brown mottling of the teeth and inappropriate deposition of fluoride in bones known as fluorosis. Dental fluorosis occurs because of the excessive intake of fluoride either through naturally occurring fluoride in the water, water fluoridation, toothpaste, or other sources. The damage in tooth development occurs between the ages of 6 months to 5 years, from the overexposure to fluoride . Recent studies has also shown excessive intake fluoride has interaction with cancer.
Q3. What is Sodium Sacharin?
Saccharin , white, crystalline, aromatic compound. It was discovered accidentally by I. Remsen and C. Fahlberg in 1879. Pure saccharin tastes several hundred times as sweet as sugar. It is not readily soluble in water, but its sodium salt, which is sold commercially, dissolves readily. Saccharin has no nutritional value and is excreted unchanged by the body. It is used as a sweetener by persons who must limit their consumption of sugar. Despite the fact that saccharin causes cancer in laboratory rats, its ban was rescinded after a public outcry. In 1984 the World Health Organization suggested an intake limit of 2.5 mg/day per kg bodyweight
Sacharin Cancer warning on a diet soda can
TaB a diet product with Coca Cola company issued
warning on safety of sacharin in 1907
Q4. What is Sodium Laury Sulphate?
Most, toothpastes contain sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) or another of the sulfate family. SLS is found in other personal care products as well, such as shampoo, and is largely a foaming agent. SLS may cause a greater frequency of mouth ulcers in some people as it can dry out the protective layer of oral tissues causing the underlying tissues to become damaged. Unfortunately, the public ends up creating their own "canker sore" problem, by using commercial toothpastes, which contain an ingredient that has been proven to be linked to canker sores. It's called Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), and is placed into toothpaste (and some mouthwashes) in order to create foaming! (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is also the main ingredient in your shampoo - go check it out.)The harshness of this chemical has been proven to create microscopic damage to the oral tissue which lines the inside of your mouth, which then leads to Canker Sores. SLS ( sodium lauryl sulfate ) acts just like a detergent.
Most, toothpastes contain sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) or another of the sulfate family. SLS is found in other personal care products as well, such as shampoo, and is largely a foaming agent. SLS may cause a greater frequency of mouth ulcers in some people as it can dry out the protective layer of oral tissues causing the underlying tissues to become damaged. Unfortunately, the public ends up creating their own "canker sore" problem, by using commercial toothpastes, which contain an ingredient that has been proven to be linked to canker sores. It's called Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), and is placed into toothpaste (and some mouthwashes) in order to create foaming! (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is also the main ingredient in your shampoo - go check it out.)The harshness of this chemical has been proven to create microscopic damage to the oral tissue which lines the inside of your mouth, which then leads to Canker Sores. SLS ( sodium lauryl sulfate ) acts just like a detergent.
Q6. What is Xilitol?
A sugar alcohol extracted from birch wood, corn cobs, and peanuts. It is used to make sugar-free sweets, such as chewing gums and mints. Xylitol does not cause dental caries, in fact it actually inhibits the growth of bacteria which cause tooth decay. Although rich in calories, xylitol may have a small advantage over sugars in calorie controlled diets because it has a lower calorie yield and is more slowly absorbed. Its slow absorption also makes it more suitable for diabetics because it produces little or no stress on the pancreas.
Q7. What Is PH Balance ?
PH Balance is a neutral product. It is not acidic or alkaline. Too much or acid will cause damage on the gums and eventually cause bleeding gums. As for too much of alkaline it will cause tooth decay and teeth becomes sensitive to cold, heat, sweets or contact.
A sugar alcohol extracted from birch wood, corn cobs, and peanuts. It is used to make sugar-free sweets, such as chewing gums and mints. Xylitol does not cause dental caries, in fact it actually inhibits the growth of bacteria which cause tooth decay. Although rich in calories, xylitol may have a small advantage over sugars in calorie controlled diets because it has a lower calorie yield and is more slowly absorbed. Its slow absorption also makes it more suitable for diabetics because it produces little or no stress on the pancreas.
Q7. What Is PH Balance ?
PH Balance is a neutral product. It is not acidic or alkaline. Too much or acid will cause damage on the gums and eventually cause bleeding gums. As for too much of alkaline it will cause tooth decay and teeth becomes sensitive to cold, heat, sweets or contact.
Source: Manufacturer – Goran Pharma (P) Ltd, Gujarat, India.
