A toothpaste containing extra-virgin olive oil, xylitol, and betaine may improve gingivitis better than commercial antigingivitis toothpastes.

Buying toothpaste used to be simple. Today the shelves are filled with products that claim to whiten and brighten, fight plaque and prevent gum disease.Consumer Reports says an effective ...

"The best known agent is fluoride, which was added to toothpaste to prevent cavities. Triclosan added to toothpaste has been shown in a number of clinical studies to inhibit plaque and gingivitis.

Many of us brush our teeth twice a day, but do we really know what’s in toothpaste? Consumer Reports researchers break down the key toothpaste ingredients to look out for. First off, if you ...

Together, these mechanisms protect the gum line and tooth enamel, helping to reverse gingivitis and its many affects such as bleeding gums and inflammation.

Many of us brush our teeth twice a day, but do we really know what’s in toothpaste? Consumer Reports reveals the toothpaste ingredients to look out for. If you have an older tube of Colgate ...