Botanique Whitening+ Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste, Mint, 4 oz, Pack 4 | Nano Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste, Support Enamel Strength & Integrity,Great for Sensitive Teeth, Fluoride Free,SLS Free & Vegan

This review is very important for me to write, as researching products for health typically stresses me out immensely when there is conflicting information. Nano-hydroxyapatite toothpaste is no exception to this, so if I can save someone some time and stress in this age of overwhelming, conflicting medical information, I will. I don't use fluoride and was using Tom's toothpaste for a while. My tooth chipped on a mug (second time in my life), and I started stressing about my teeth being "weak." That was when I began researching how to strengthen them, and learned about remineralization and how fluoride helps with that. I learned about Nano-hydroxyapatite (nanoHAP) as an alternative, and essentially that 10% nanohap in the toothpaste was necessary for efficacy. I ordered an affordable (ish) one on Amazon, we'll call it Brand A, and went about my life. Unfortunately, later on, I learned of concern in the scientific community about nano particles crossing the blood brain barrier, leaking into the bloodstream, and overall just potentially being harmful. I'd already been using the Brand A for 6 months and was afraid of any damage I may have done. I went back to digging. The FDA has not approved nanoHAP in toothpaste as of now, but I haven't always waited for them to catch up to research to try new things when it comes to my health. In this instance, however, I was definitely looking for someone more knowledgeable than me to guide me, as I was overwhelmed and STRESSED (my health is just one big rollercoaster ride, so I burn out quickly when it comes to health decisions.) Finally, I found that the European Commission's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety made a decision on the safety of nanoHAP in toothpaste, stating: "Based on the data provided, the SCCS considers hydroxyapatite (nano) safe when used at concentrations up to 10% in toothpaste, and up to 0.465% in mouthwash. This safety evaluation only applies to the hydroxyapatite (nano) with the following characteristics: - composed of rod-shaped particles of which at least 95.8% (in particle number) have an aspect ratio less than 3, and the remaining 4.2% have an aspect ratio not exceeding 4.9; - the particles are not coated or surface modified" It turns out, Brand A's nanoHAP toothpaste used needle-shaped (not rod-shaped) particles (NOT good.) I was now on a mission to find a safe nanoHAP toothpaste. In the interim, I switched from the Brand A's nanoHAP toothpaste to Himalaya Botanique's Xylitol toothpaste (no fluoride or nanoHAP.) My teeth and gums became sensitive rather quickly. I was desperate to go back to nanoHAP, but most brands won't disclose the important information in the product pages, or even if you reach out and ask them, i.e. the percentage of nanoHAP (you want 10%), the particle shape (you want rod), etc. I found Himalaya Botanique's extra strength nanoHAP toothpaste (they have a regular one which doesn't advertise it's % - it's only 2.5%.) I decided to email them and see if they'd answer some questions about the product. Much to my relief, they responded with this: "The nano-hydroxyapatite used in Himalaya’s toothpaste complies with the recommendations suggested by the European Union (EU) Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS). Please note, this applies to both the shape of the nHA as well as the aspect ratio as recommended by the EU-SCCS. Himalaya’s hydroxyapatite particles are currently nanoparticles < 100 nanometers (i.e., 0.100 microns), with a nano-rod shape having a width between 5-20 nm (typically close to 10 nm) and a length below 50 nm (typically between 30 to 40 nm)." That was good enough for me; I bought it. The sensitivity in my teeth from the xylitol toothpaste went away quickly, so it appears to be effective. It seems to whiten decently, nothing too drastic. I LOVE that the ingredients are all natural, though. It's minty and refreshing. It's not too thick or runny (took a pic trying to show texture and thickness), and my mouth feels clean after brushing. My only, ONLY complaint is the price. That's why I'm docking a star. $19 for a single tube of toothpaste almost feels like elitism. I'm stretching that tube as FAR as it will go. I hope this review was helpful. There are lots of studies you can check out regarding nanoHAP, but I hope I summarized the important parts here. Happy brushing!

Best toothpaste out there. I used to deal with teeth sensitivity and alot of plaque that would require a dentist to remove. Not anymore. My teeth feel and look great, whiter too. I haven't been to a dentist in years. Love that it is all natural, no fluoride or toxic ingredients and can remineralize teeth. Easy to use, foams up nicely. I really like the mint flavor, leaves me with fresh breath. Bought many times and will continue to do so.

A mild tasting toothpaste that is very effective at both gently cleansing and gradually filling in cracks and fractures. I had a chip off of one canine that was actually starting to be painful. I have every motivation not to seek dental treatment because of special needs that require I be under general anesthesia in a hospital operating room as a high risk surgical patient. The last time I had dental work, I sprang a rare reaction, they could not use the one reversal agent every OR has to have on hand for this rare reaction. The board-certified Harvard-trained anesthesiologist had to use other means to bring me through. I no longer can travel the thousands of miles to this one specific hospital that knows my case, which is also why I was looking for some way to fill this chipped tooth on my own. I have been treating this tooth for several months by brushing everywhere but this tooth and holding the paste in the mouth for a time before rinsing out well. I have, concurrently, been using the "Shine" powder, not to clean but as a crevice filler because it strikes me as possibly too abrasive. "Shine," however, is grittier, has some interesting animal-based ingredients, and lacks the glycerin that is present in the Himalayan formula, meaning: adherence ought to be more effective without the oil slick. The non-nano "Shine" seemed to be the most helpful in the beginning of my self treatment. However as I gradually built up a protective initial layer on the tooth, this smoother Himalaya formula with the nano hydroxyapatite worked much better as a "finisher" to consolidate and maintain the tooth coating I had slowly built up. I am not claiming a permanent solution, nor am I claiming that it is possible to achieve what I have without diligence and care and real time. There is no substitute for seeing the dentist if you are in trouble. I am only reporting that this toothpaste works IF you do your twice daily maintenance work and eat carefully around a tooth that is slowly mending. The pain is now gone, the tooth surface is smooth. It feels like any other tooth in my head. Yes, this toothpaste is pricey but a tiny amount on a wetted toothbrush goes a long, long way and generates lots of foam. It does not leave a gummy residue on the rest of one's teeth like the "Shine" powder does. The taste is a mild, very smooth mint, not at all overwhelming. Excellent product.

Seems to clean my teeth well. It seemed to help with teeth sensitivity a little bit. I don't really like the taste though.

Works great, our teeth feel clean after we use it. We appreciate the packaging and the mellow mint after taste.

I am fluoride free. It’s toxic AND did you know it oxidizes the tooth from the inside out and actually MAKES your TEETH YELLOW!? Crest even admitted it. Fluorides risks outweigh the teeth benefits but LUCKILY there’s a more superior solution: nano hydroxyapatite for our teeth remineralization needs. It’s safe and proven to be more effective as a remineralizing agent, unlike fluoride which cannot remineralize on its own - it requires the minerals in your saliva to work, so if your saliva isn’t at the optimal levels, it’s useless to teeth. But I have been on a teeth whitening journey - got my teeth whitened at my dentist but I ate a tangerine and they got stained again. (Stupid me. Bye $325!) While I’ve restored the whiteness back with various at home products, it’s been at the expense of my enamel and has caused a lot of sensitivity. Sensodyne was given to me by my dentist but when I saw it visibly yellow my teeth after the dentist’s first bleaching, I went down a rabbit hole to get to the bottom of it as to why. Additionally, my enamel has been getting more and and more clear, and I needed this to be addressed. NHa has been proven to restore enamel which treats tooth sensitivity instead of just numbing the nerves with potassium nitrate like Sensodyne does which treats the symptom and not the cause (tooth demineralization, sigh… such a western medicine move). When I bought this for the first time I was immediately pleased - there’s NO scary flavor (if you’ve ever tried *natural* toothpastes, especially ones of India, You KNOW!). There’s no cardamom or other cinnamon or out of the ordinary flavors here. The consistency is that of normal toothpaste. Great foaming action. Has helped my sensitivity in 2 applications, I’m 100% without sensitivity but even better, my teeth my are less clear. This truly restores enamel. But, here’s my gripes. #1 - I have no idea how much hydroxyapatite is in this. I know it works, but as a consumer, I deserve to know what % of the star ingredient is used in a product that I’m specifically buying it for. #2 - the toothpaste color is… lightish yellow. Think a healthy “mucus yellow” - I’m so sorry for the that description, but when I spit up bits of toothpaste in my sink, it looks like boogers. That’s an issue when I’m busy whitening my teeth at home & I’m avoiding eating foods that stain teeth for at least 2 hours after so that my saliva can naturally seal my dental pores that are being blasted open with peroxide. If I brush my teeth after whitening I’m extremely paranoid that I’m pushing YELLOW toothpaste into my porous teeth, and I don’t need to keep driving myself crazy thinking that the NHa is potentially sealing that color in. I also want to be able to put my NHa toothpaste in clean whitening trays to give myself a mineralizing treatment without worrying about it staining my teeth from prolonged/concentrated contact. Mind you - this is very paranoid of me to think, but I’ve spent a lot fixing my teeth bleaching then restaining fiasco, so I’m not taking any chances. While I don’t think it’s yellowing my teeth at all, because of the color, I’ll never think it’s whitening them. But don’t let this deter you from purchasing. It helps sensitivity after one use, has shown to make my enamel less clear, and has a normal toothpaste consistency and foams up great. I recommend it.

I loved . The topaste is really good and doing the job.way people complain about the taste is a topaste no ice cream my oral health is much better now love the product

Gave 3 starts as an act of goodwill . The toothpaste does not specify the type or percentage of active ingredients it contains. For a beneficial effect, the concentration of nano-hydroxyapatite should be 10% or higher. Based on indirect information, this product appears to contain only about 4.2%. The manufacturer did not respond to inquiries regarding the active ingredient content, which is concerning. Additionally, the toothpaste has an unusual taste that is definitely not mint.

It does what it says. Not over night but gently, i am quite happy with it.

Efficace Da avere assolutamente nel cassetto

Insane for sensitive teeth. I’ve tried so many things for sensitive teeth and nothing except this has ever worked. And I’ve only been using it for a few days. For years I’ve gotten extreme tooth pain on basically every tooth, especially when eating sugary foods like chocolate. The dentist never gave helpful recommendations. Now I can eat chocolate and have it coat every tooth with no pain at all! The toothpaste has a pleasant taste and is the only thing that has ever helped me. I will be recommending this to everyone I know. If you have sensitive teeth or just looking for a pleasant alternative to fluoride toothpaste, I would highly recommend this.

It’s absolutely different from other toothpaste, not sure what exactly attracts me, but I do like it. Looks I started have less plague and less issues with bad breath

Great whitening toothpaste. Probably the best I’ve tried. Noticeable results almost immediately.