CURASEPT® BIOSMALTO Sensitive teeth. Review

First of all a peculiarity: the package, a tube similar to all toothpastes on the market, is only 50ml, while almost all other packages are 75ml. This detail is important as it is directly reflected in the price.

Let's see the main components in descending order of quantity on the label:

Water. Unlike competitors, the water has undergone a purification treatment before being put into the product. The treatment is not specified, but the data assumes that all pollutants or allergic agents present (obviously in minimum quantities) have been eliminated.

Glycerin. It is the common glycerin, glycerin, trivalent alcohol, hygroscopic, also used in food as a stabilizing additive.

Hydrated Silica is a chemical compound found in toothpastes with the abrasive purpose of removing stains or residues. It also has the ability to prevent gum irritation.

Strontium Chloride (in most toothpastes it is used in the Strontium Chloride Hexahydrate version) is a chemical compound with an abrasive function and contrast to dentinal sensitivity.

Fluorohydroxyapatite is a mineral composed of fluoride and hydroxyapatite. The hydroxyapatite present in the human body and in milk in good quantity, is found in bones and teeth where it acts as a shield for caries.

MgSrCarbonate hydroxyapatite is a compound of Magnesium and Strontium ( MgSr has a molecular weight of 111.925 g/mol ) with Hydroxyapatite Carbonate. Hydroxyapatite is a mineral composed mainly of calcium and is present in the human body and milk in good quantities and is found in bones and teeth where it acts as a shield for caries. The carbonate ion in the structure of Carbonate hydroxyapatite is of special interest as it has a positive impact on various human tissue diseases, such as dental caries. In this toothpaste it is combined with Chitosan.

Chitosan is a polysaccharide quite common in nature where it is found in the exoskeleton of crustaceans, such as shrimps, crabs and lobsters. Among the many positive functions it is a bone regenerator and an antimicrobial agent.

Cellulose gum. It is a very common and widely used copmponent. It has very wide applications: in the medical and cosmetic field as abrasive, excipient, thickener.

Xylitol. It is an artificial sweetener of vegetable origin that replaces sugar and alternative sweetener for people with diabetes. It is often found in toothpastes, anticarian mouthwashes, oral hygiene products and food for diabetics.

Cocamidopropyl betaine is a surfactant (removes dirt particles) of synthetic origin and is used in cosmetic products and body cleansers with antimicrobial function.

Xanthan gum is used in oral gel formulations to increase the level of diffusion of substances and to mask unpleasant flavours of drugs.

Potassium acesulfame. It is Acesulfame K, used in food as a sugar substitute sweetener and belongs to the non-nutritive sweeteners (NNS).

Sodium Monofluorophosphate is used in toothpastes for enamel protection, anticaries, dentin sensitivity and has demonstrated, in the dose of 1000 ppm, effectiveness in inhibiting plaque progression and caries control.

From these components onwards, the amounts should be very small, so any contraindications should not affect the final judgement of the product, which is, importantly, a rinse-only product and not an intake product:

Aroma. The term "Aroma" or "Flavourings" is generic, therefore it does not mean that the aroma or aromas inserted are obtained by natural means, but it is a patchwork of substances or preparations, also obtained by synthetic, i.e. chemical, transformations.

Ethylhexylglycerin is a chemical compound, a 1-alkyl glyceryl ether. It is a multifunctional additive for cosmetics and is used as an enhancement agent, in combination with phenoxyethanol (Phenoxyethanol) to obtain better protection against microbial growth.

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative antimicrobial used in cosmetics against bacteria, moulds and yeasts. It also has the function of retaining perfume. It has one important drawback: it should not come into contact with the areas around the eyes, so be warned not to rub your eyes by mistake. The gums are immediately under the eyes so it does not seem a good idea to use this toothpaste, but this is a personal opinion.

Sodium benzoate is a chemical compound and is used as a preservative in the food industry and in cosmetics. It has properties against bacteria and fungi.

Citric acid is obtained from lemon juice and other fruits, chard juice and other vegetables. It has many applications, is antioxidant, excipient, acidifier.

Conclusion.

An excellent toothpaste with ingredients aimed at contrasting dentinal sensitivity, caries, but with the contraindications listed above.

Another contraindication,, the price.