Calcium hydroxyapatite in toothpaste: formula, names, companies and prices

Many people care for their teeth with the same brand pastes or rinse aidthat may have lost their properties.

Not so long ago, products appeared on the market with the addition of an innovative mineral - hydroxyapatite (hydroxyapatite).

Not everyone realizes the amazing properties of this component, which is essential for teeth. It is also important to know which toothpaste contains such a valuable element.

Formula of a unique element and the appearance of special pastes

Hydroxyapatite is a mineral Ca10 (PO4) 6 (OH) 2 (formula hydroxyapatite) from the apatite group, a hydroxyl analogue of fluorapatite and chlorapatite. It is a mineral that is the base of bones (about 50% of the total bone mass) and teeth (96% in enamel). In composition, it resembles white cereals with different sizes.

Back in 1970, one of the leading Japanese companies developed a novelty in oral care. Already in the mid-1980s, she introduced a paste with synthesized hydroxyapatite on the market. Since 2000, after passing various tests and trials, they found out that such drugs counteract caries, Not only preventing it, but also removing the already existing signs.

The presence of nanohydroxyapatite in the toothpaste provides its important properties. The use of such funds is allowed for pregnant women and children.

In addition, the mineral is used in dentistry to fill the canal, but this application requires a saline solution.

The benefits of the mineral for teeth

Hydroxyapatite allows you to achieve the following actions:

• replenishment of mineral deficiencies;
• smoothness of teeth;
• treatment and prevention caries;
• removing plaque from teethas a result - their whitening;
• decreased sensitivity to hot and cold.

To achieve this effect, only small particles of the mineral are used in the production of pastes with hydroxyapatite, since large particles harm the enamel by scratching during cleaning.

In the correct dosage and when used as directed, the mineral is not harmful.

But, if a child uses the product, you need to make sure that he does not swallow the contents of the tube.

What toothpaste contains hydroxyapatite: what do well-known manufacturers offer?

Among the names of products with hydroxyapatite nanoparticles, there are more foreign brands. Our list includes manufacturers from different countries.

Apadent

Manufacturer country - Japan, Sangi company.

This paste has another name - space. They call it that because it is black. The most important ingredients in the composition are:

• hydroxyapatite;
• glycerol;
• hydrogen phosphate calcium;
• zinc, etc.

You can purchase it in the online store, at the official website of the company or in large pharmacies in your city, it is sold only in a pasty form. The brand has and children's toothpastethat children can use when their first teeth appear.

Theodent

This paste containing hydroxyapatite appeared in our country from the USA from Theodent company. The composition contains theobromine, which activates the synthesis of hydroxyapatite crystals in the body, and sodium hydrogen phosphate, which promotes the absorption of calcium and the formation of hydroxyapatite crystals.

There is both an adult and a child form of the product. Theodent.

The price of Theodent Classic and Kids is about 3,000 rubles, but Theodent 300 costs almost 15,000 rubles.

Miradent Mirasensitive Hap

The paste from Germany Miradent Mirasensitive Hap is not inferior to its competitors. It does not have a harsh taste and does not give a burning sensation in the mouth. Most popular with people after professional whitening.

Main components:

• hydroxyapatite - fills microcracks and improves the quality of enamel;
• fluoride and xylitol - prevent the development of caries, take part in the process of remineralization;
• potassium citrate - has an analgesic effect.

Price - 500 rubles.

Curaprox be you

Novelty with calcium hydroxyapatite, which was invented by a Swiss manufacturer Curaprox. The company worked on the invention for a long time, trying to please every consumer, whether small or large. It can be used by children from 5 years old.

Curaprox be you is sold in different flavors:

• watermelon (pink tube color);
• grapefruit and bergamot (yellow);
• apple and scarlet (green);
• persimmon and juniper (red);
• blackberries and licorice (light green color);
• peach and apricot (orange).

Splat

The Russian counterpart to the expensive funds mentioned above. Splat is produced by a company of the same name.

Splat is a tonic that not only has different tastes, but is also allowed for small children (Splat Juicy).

The paste deeply restores and strengthens the hard tissues of the teeth, effectively protects against caries and plaque.

The price varies from the destination (adult and children's) and existing additives (sea, with ginger, warming up), but the maximum reaches 350 rubles, the minimum price is 70 rubles.

Periodontol Active

Pasta of the domestic firm "Svoboda". Active ingredients:

• hydroxyapatite;
• yarrow extract;
• nettle extract.

The product prevents the formation of plaque, provides effective protection and effective oral care.

average price Periodontol Active - 50 rubles.

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