Toothpaste facts for kids
Toothpaste is a special paste you put on your toothbrush to help clean your teeth. It helps remove tiny bits of food and germs, makes your teeth look brighter, and gives you fresh breath.
Some toothpastes are made for teeth that are sensitive to hot or cold foods. These toothpastes often help make your tooth enamel stronger. Enamel is the hard outer layer of your teeth. Making it stronger can help stop discomfort and protect your teeth.
Most toothpastes have a minty taste, which makes your mouth feel fresh. In the past, fruit-flavored toothpastes were popular. However, dentists usually suggest not using fruit toothpastes. This is because the acids in them can be bad for your teeth and wear down the enamel.
Why Swallowing Toothpaste Can Be Bad
Swallowing a lot of toothpaste can make people very sick. Because of this, the FDA asked toothpaste companies to put a warning on their tubes starting in 1997. This warning tells people not to swallow large amounts of toothpaste. It's important to spit out toothpaste after brushing, especially for younger kids.
Images for kids
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Toothpaste being put onto a toothbrush.
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Many different brands of toothpaste are sold.
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An Icelandic stamp encouraging the use of fluoride toothpaste.
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A poster from the 1940s advertising Kolynos toothpaste.
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Colgate Dental Cream from around the 1950s.
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See also
In Spanish: Dentífrico para niños
