

Rashmi Ambewadikar, a dentist at Astoria Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, recommends children under the age of 3 should use toothpaste about the size of a grain of rice and children three and up should use a pea-size amount.Ĭontains fluoride or fluoride-free: Fluoride was the No. A note on fluoride for babies and children: Dentists note that it’s important for them not to ingest too much of it. This is the case for most of the toothpastes we listed, but we did provide a few natural alternatives that don’t have the seal mainly because they don’t have fluoride (more on that below).

Lana Rozenberg, a dentist at Rozenberg Dental NYC, says, “When in doubt, let ADA steer you in the right direction.” If you see a label saying “ADA Seal of Acceptance,” then it’s been tested and will provide effective protection against tooth decay. Use the links below to jump to the specific toothpaste you’re looking for, or read on to learn more about the criteria we considered as we put together this list.īest overall | Best less expensive | Best for sensitive teeth | Best SLS-free | Best whitening | Best whitening for sensitive teeth | Best non-mint flavored | Best fluoride-free | Best tablet | Best for babies | Best SLS-free for babies | Best mint-flavored for babiesĪDA Seal of Acceptance: The American Dental Association is the leading authority on dentistry in the U.S., which is why Dr. To narrow it down, we consulted a panel of dentists and combed through our archives for expert-approved recommendations, whether you’re looking for a toothpaste to brighten your pearly whites or help with sensitivity. While it’s nice to have options for nearly any issue, sorting through them is overwhelming. Walk into nearly any drugstore or supermarket, and at least half an aisle is lined with different types of toothpastes. Photo-Illustration: The Strategist Photos: Retailers
