Swift Summary:
- A 2023 in vitro study conducted by KLE Institute of Dental Sciences analyzed the abrasiveness of three popular toothpastes: Colgate, glister, and Dant Kanti.
- Findings revealed that Glister was the least abrasive, followed by Dant Kanti, with Colgate being the most abrasive.
- The study tested 42 human anterior teeth,showing statistically significant increases in surface abrasion for Colgate and Dant Kanti groups but negligible change for glister.
- Differences in abrasiveness were attributed to base formulations:
– Dant Kanti uses calcium carbonate (mild abrasive aligned with Ayurvedic principles).
– Colgate employs hydrated silica (a more aggressive agent).
- Dant Kanti struck a balance between effective cleaning and enamel protection while incorporating natural oils and herbal extracts into its formula.
- though specific RDA (Relative Dentin Abrasivity) values for Dant Kanti were not published, researchers suggested its abrasivity remains within acceptable limits.
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