2022-09-22 11:39:37
When were modern toothpastes invented?
The development of toothpaste as we know it now began in the 1800s. First, it was powder often containing soap or chalk and betel nut. Later in the 1860s, some homemade toothpastes used ground charcoal, similar to ancient Greek versions.
Manufacturers created fluoride toothpaste to help prevent cavities in 1914.
After 1945 soap was replaced by manufacturers with other ingredients to make it a smoother paste with ingredients found in present-day toothpaste.
In the later 20th century, modern toothpaste was developed to prevent or treat specific diseases and conditions such as sensitivity.
When it was found that abrasive toothpaste could wear away or damage enamel, toothpastes with very low abrasiveness were also developed.
Toothpaste today is stored in tubes and typically contains fluoride, coloring, flavoring, sweetener, and ingredients that make the toothpaste smooth, foamy and keep it moist.
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