Why does my child’s toothpaste contain Xylitol or Fluoride?
Xylitol
- naturally occurring sugar alcohol found in plant materials
- commonly used as a sugar substitute with low glycemic index
- reduces cavities and tooth decay by starving harmful acid-producing bacteria in the mouth
Fluoride
- naturally occurring mineral found in the Earth’s crust & water
- endorsed and promoted by the World Health Organization (WHO) to be the most effective solution for dental cavity prevention
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Fluoride facts just for your little ones
- 500ppm for ages < 5 years:
Young ones’ diets at this age are mostly still controlled by parents, so they benefit from a low fluoride toothpaste. It provides gentle care to protect developing teeth as they learn to spit out toothpaste. - 1,000ppm for ages 6+:
At this age, kids are starting to choose their own foods and are often exposed to junk food and sweets, so they benefit from a stronger fluoride option for better dental protection.
Popular Kids Toothpaste in Malaysia
Buds Organic
Buds Organic Oralcare Organics collection of gentle and organic toothpastes prevent tooth decay and maintain good oral health for every stage of a child’s development. Their set of four natural flavours comes with a choice of Xylitol or Fluoride. All oral care products are preservative-free and completely safe if accidentally ingested.
- Baby Oral Gel for Baby Teeth and Gums (for teething babies)
- Toothpaste with Xylitol (1- 3Â Â years old): Green Apple, Blackcurrant, Strawberry & Peppermint Flavour
- Toothpaste with Fluoride (3 years & above):Â Green Apple, Blackcurrant, Strawberry & Peppermint FlavourÂ
Colgate
- Colgate Kids Tiger/Barbie/ Batman Toothpaste (6 and below)
- Colgate Minions Kids Anticavity Toothpaste (6 and below)
- Colgate Kids Free From Age 3 – 5 years Toothpaste
- Colgate Kids Free From Age 6 – 9 years Toothpaste
Darlie
- Darlie Bunny Kids : Strawberry, Orange, Apple, Cola Flavour
- Darlie Jolly Junior (2 – 6Â years old): Vanilla Milk & Strawberry Flavour
- Darlie Jolly Junior (6 – 12 years old): Strawberry & Lemon Flavour
- Darlie Kids Pump Toothpaste (2 – 12 years old): The first of its kind in Malaysia. It’s simple 1 pump, 1 use mechanic makes using it fun and easy, plus its delicious flavour is derived from food grade ingredients without added sugar.
Jordan
Jordan is a Scandinavian brand that has been caring for people’s teeth since 1927.
- JORDAN Kids Toothpaste Step 1 (0-5 Years Old)
- JORDAN Kids Toothpaste Step 2 (6 to 12 Years Old)
- JORDAN Green Clean Kids Toothpaste (6+ years)
Kodomo Lion
Established in 1891, Komodo Lion has always been a trusted Children’s Oral Care Specialist for generations of parents. KODOMO Lion children toothpaste with 5% Xylitol + Active Fluoride that restore mineral and help repair caries in 14 days.
- Kodomo Toothpaste (6 years old and above):Â Strawberry, Orange, Grape, Apple & Strawberry Mint flavour
Pigeon
- PIGEON Toothpaste for Children (6months & above): Strawberry Flavour. Fluoride-free toothpaste.
- PIGEON Children’s Toothgel (1 year & above): Natural, Grape, Strawberry, Mango, Tropical Fruit Flavour. Fluoride toothpaste or tooth gel can be used for children aged 1-3(grain size) or 3+(pea size).
Pureen
- Pureen Kids Toothpaste (Under 6 years old) is approved by Malaysian Private Dental Practitioners’ Association (MPDPA) and certified Halal. It has “no fluoride, no Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and no Saccharin”. Available in Orange, Strawberry and Mint flavour.
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