Products containing the ingredients hydrated silica , in particular, should be avoided when gum disease, tooth decay, sensitivity and receding gums are present. While these ingredients can remove tartar and make teeth whiter in appearance, they also may do harm to dental health by altering the acidic balance of the mouth, gums and tongue.
Hydrated silica is an inorganic material.
Toothpaste is a mixture of abrasives (such as hydrated silica or calcium carbonate), fluoride, detergents (such as sodium lauryl sulfate), flavors, sweeteners, and water. These ingredients work together to help remove plaque, prevent cavities, and freshen breath.
Hydrated silica is generally considered safe for use in oral care products and is often used as an abrasive agent in toothpaste. However, prolonged and frequent use of products containing abrasive ingredients like hydrated silica may potentially cause damage to retainers over time. It is best to consult with your orthodontist or dentist for specific guidance on caring for retainers.
Hydrated silica is typically manufactured by dissolving silicon dioxide in a hot alkaline solution to form sodium silicate, which is then precipitated and washed to convert it into hydrated silica. This process involves filtration, drying, and milling to obtain the final hydrated silica product.
Hydrated silica, which is primarily used as an abrasive in toothpaste, is made from a crystallized compound found in quartz, sand, and flint. Diatomaceous earth, originally mined as "tooth powder" is a naturally occurring hydrated silica. As a fine gel abrasive, frequently combined with softer calcium carbonate (from chalk) it helps to remove plaque. Milled to a slightly larger size, the grains are more aggressive and are used in tooth bleaching formulations.
Most common of various Sensodyne toothpaste versions are:flavorsGlycerinSodium Lauryl SulfatedyesSodium FluoridePotassium NitrateSodium PhosphateXanathan GumHydrated Silica
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Both toothpaste and abrasive household cleaners contain abrasive particles to help with cleaning. However, toothpaste contains mild abrasives like calcium carbonate or hydrated silica, while abrasive household cleaners may contain stronger abrasives like quartz, feldspar, or silica sand. Additionally, toothpaste contains ingredients like fluoride and antibacterial agents specifically designed for oral care, while household cleaners contain surfactants and disinfectants for general cleaning purposes.
Water, hydrated silica, glycerin, sorbitol, PVM/MA copolymer, sodium lauryl sulfate, cellouse gum, and flavor, and some other trace chemicals. And of course Sodium Fluoride and Triclosan for whitening.
Opal ia a hydrated silica mineral.
No. Opal is an amorphous hydrated form of silica.
inactive ingredients:sorbitol,water,hydrated silica,PEG-32,sodium lauryl sulfate,SD alcohol 38-B,flavor,cellulose gum,sodium saccharin,red 33,red 40.