Dentifrice
Dentifrice
Dentifrice (/ˈdɛntɪfrɪs/), from the Latin dens (tooth) and fricare (to rub), is a substance, such as a paste or powder, used to clean teeth.
History
The use of dentifrice dates back to ancient times. The Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans used various substances, including crushed bones and oyster shells, as dentifrices. In the 18th century, dentifrices often contained soap and chalk. Modern dentifrices, which are typically either pastes or gels, often contain fluoride, which helps to prevent tooth decay.
Types of Dentifrice
There are several types of dentifrice, including:
- Toothpaste: This is the most common type of dentifrice. It is a gel or paste that is used with a toothbrush to clean and maintain the health of teeth.
- Tooth powder: This is a type of dentifrice in powder form. It is typically used by wetting the toothbrush and dipping it into the powder.
- Dental gel: This is a type of dentifrice that is similar to toothpaste, but has a gel-like consistency.
Ingredients
Common ingredients in dentifrice include:
- Fluoride: This is a mineral that helps to prevent tooth decay.
- Abrasives: These are materials that help to remove plaque and stains from the teeth.
- Humectants: These are substances that help to keep the dentifrice from drying out.
- Detergents: These are substances that help to spread the dentifrice evenly over the teeth.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dentifrice
- Wikipedia's article - Dentifrice
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