It seems like everything I love to eat and drink makes my teeth less than pearly white. Chocolate, tea, coffee, soda… I love them all, so to keep my teeth looking their best, and stain-free, I use a whitening toothpaste. But there are so many! How will you know which is best for you? Here’s a list I’ve put together of 7 great toothpastes for a whiter smile. I’ve tried these all, and they’re all fantastic!
Price: $4.99 at drugstore.com
For 40 years, Tom’s of Maine has been providing all-natural toothpastes and other health and beauty care items, and this toothpaste combines all of the knowledge and expertise they’ve collected with silica for tooth whitening. This toothpaste is fluoride-free, just so you know.
Price: $6.99 at drugstore.com
Did you know that some of the ingredients in whitening toothpastes can cause painful canker sores? If you have sensitive gums or teeth, but still want the whitening effects in a toothpaste, give this one a try. It’s specifically designed to be extra-gentle so it won’t cause canker sores, but it still provides whitening. Perfect!
Price: $3.99 at drugstore.com
I’ve always loved the feel of my teeth after brushing with baking soda, and now I can get that same fresh, clean feeling with a whitening agent to get my teeth looking their best. And because it’s made by Arm & Hammer, you’ll know it also helps prevent tooth decay.
Price: $4.29 at drugstore.com
This wonderful whitening toothpaste removes 80% of topical tooth stains in just two weeks. I love the minty taste, and that it actually helps rebuild enamel that’s worn away over time.
Price: $4.49 at drugstore.com
I love Colgate’s toothpastes, and this one’s no exception. Colgate keeps your teeth feeling smooth and clean, and it’s gentle, and it kills bacteria that cause bad breath. What’s better, this Colgate toothpaste also whitens teeth.
Price: $3.99 at drugstore.com
This whitening toothpaste is incredible — it changes from a gel into a bubbly foam, getting in between teeth to get them extra clean and even extra white. It’s super high-tech, and it really works!
Price: $3.99 at drugstore.com
If you’re a fan of Mentadent toothpaste already, and love the feel of baking soda, and you want whitening from your paste, give this one a go! It contains baking soda, fluoride, and another agent for whitening.
If you use any of these whitening toothpastes, you can indulge in that cup of coffee every morning, or that glass of red wine at night! Which of these toothpastes do you think works best to give you a gorgeous white smile? Or is there another one you use instead? Please let me know!