Don’t rely on the tooth fairy when you can count on these products to care for your teeth…
Beauty trends come and go, but a healthy smile will always be in vogue. So it’s no surprise that oral health hacks have been going viral online (seen the tongue scraping trend on TikTok yet?). Thankfully, the road to the ideal smile doesn’t have to come at a high cost: we tried Colgate’s products for affordable oral care that can be done from the comfort of your own home.
What’s the deal with plaque?
First off, we need to understand what causes poor oral health. A big culprit is plaque. This is a sticky biofilm that coats your gnashers. If there’s a plaque buildup, you can feel it by running your tongue over your teeth. This can turn into tartar in the long run, which increases the risk of cavities and tooth decay. And not to mention, bad breath.
Say hello to our plaque removal lineup
Prevention is better than cure, as they say. So before our precious teeth are at risk of a plaque issue, we turned to Colgate’s range of products to elevate our oral care routine.
The new Colgate Total Plaque Release features a powerful formula of zinc minerals and amino foam. Not sure what these are? We break it down: zinc inhibits bacterial metabolism to slow their growth, while amino acids break down the plaque biofilm to deliver zinc to your enamel.
Fun fact: amino acids are naturally found in the human body, used to build proteins and strengthen the immune system. When included in toothpaste, amino foam helps to strengthen gums for optimal oral health. With this combination of ingredients, Colgate Total Plaque Release promises to reduce plaque by three times more than the average toothpaste!
We’re all for an oral care routine that strengthens teeth and gums while eradicating plaque, so we gave Colgate Total Plaque Release a go (together with the Cushion Clean Charcoal Soft Toothbrush). Here’s what we thought:
“I love the amino foam in the toothpaste and the smaller-than-usual toothbrush, as they can thoroughly clean my teeth (and gums!). The bristles are really dense but super soft and comfortable, even on sensitive teeth. Coupled with the toothpaste, it leaves me with minty fresh breath and a satisfyingly clean sensation.” – Amelia
“The gentle mint flavour of the toothpaste was a nice change of pace. Unlike other kinds of toothpaste, this didn’t sting my gums or lips with an overwhelming minty sensation but still left my teeth and mouth feeling incredibly refreshed.
I was skeptical about the toothbrush as it’s smaller than my usual brushes. But the smaller head also meant that I could really scrub the nooks and crannies of my back molars to get any grit out. And the size fits a perfectly pea-sized amount of toothpaste!” – Ashe
It’s time to start flossing… with water
Colgate has another secret weapon to fight plaque. Enter: the Colgate Water Flosser. It’s crucial to floss before brushing as it can eliminate debris in between teeth that brushing can’t reach, so don’t skip this step! How does it compare with traditional flossing? We tested it to find out:
“I reckon those who are used to floss picks or floss strings might take a while to familiarise themselves with the water flosser. (I’ve found that the best way for me was to floss while tilting my head over the sink for less splatter.) That said, I like how it’s a more sustainable option to other flossing methods – thumbs up for less waste!
It took me a few tries to get accustomed to it. And while it did get a tad uncomfortable on some of my sensitive teeth, I managed to get used to it after turning down the pressure. Overall, I think it’s an eco-friendly way to get into the habit of flossing for better oral health. I like that it’s portable too, making it perfect for bringing on vacays.” – Amelia
Now, if you’re keen to improve your smile, click through to learn more about Colgate Total Plaque Release. Wanna try it for yourself? Shop it on Shopee, Lazada or Fairprice – your teeth will thank you for it.
This post is in partnership with Colgate.
