I toothpaste are classified as Cosmetics Oral Care . This type of cosmetics should ensure proper oral hygiene, remove the debris of food, leave a pleasant taste in the mouth and prevent the formation of dental plaque.
should then be abrasive, cleaning, maintaining the right pH and osmotic pressure.
The tooth surface must remain clean, shiny and composition should not affect the enamel.
toothpastes contain:
abrasive (30-60%), cleaning and polishing without damaging the enamel. These inorganic powders such as bi-tri-calcium phosphate, calcium sulfate, magnesium oxide;
substances hydrophilic polymers as binders or alginates, colloidal substances in water to produce water and take related components;
humectants (20-30%), such as glycerin, propylene glycol and sorbitol, which retain the right degree of moisture from the dough;
sweetening substance (0.1%), such as sodium saccharin, softens but does not ferment;
foaming substances (up to 2% because irritant), anionic such as sodium dodecyl, the amides of fatty acids, tri-sulphated ricinoleina present in anti-tartar toothpastes, amines aromatic quaternary used as bactericides;
preservatives (0.1-0.2%), used to protect the pulp from bacterial growth. Since this is very watery in fact, is very fertile ground for the growth of bacteria. The preservatives are parabens, suibico acid, triclosan, the quaternary ammonium base;
lubricants (0.5-1%) and slide the dough into the tube, such as paraffin oil ;
flavoring, herbal essences such as peppermint, anise, thyme, sage,
dyes, such as the soluble and insoluble pigments.
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