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Oral Care terms, explained
Short, plain definitions of the words you'll see on product pages and spec sheets. Each one links to a guide when there's more to know.
A
- ADA Seal of Acceptance
- The American Dental Association's mark for products whose claims it reviewed. Read the guide →
C
- Carbamide peroxide
- A whitening agent that breaks down into hydrogen peroxide. Read the guide →
- Clear aligner
- A removable plastic tray that gradually moves teeth. Read the guide →
G
- Gingivitis
- Inflammation of the gums, often from plaque buildup. Read the guide →
I
- Interdental brush
- A small brush that cleans between teeth. Read the guide →
O
- Oscillating-rotating
- An electric toothbrush with a round head that rotates back and forth. Read the guide →
P
- Plaque
- A sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth. Read the guide →
- Potassium nitrate
- A toothpaste ingredient that reduces tooth sensitivity over time. Read the guide →
R
- RDA
- Relative dentin abrasivity, a measure of how abrasive a toothpaste is. Read the guide →
S
- Sonic toothbrush
- An electric toothbrush that vibrates the head side to side at high frequency. Read the guide →
- Stannous fluoride
- A fluoride compound that also helps with gum health and sensitivity. Read the guide →
W
- Water flosser
- A device that cleans between teeth with a pulsing water stream. Read the guide →