Jean in Newcastle Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Dd10 cannot handle the "spiciness" (her words) of normal adult toothpaste. But she is rebelling against the toddler "training" toothpaste as being too babyish. Is there something I can get her that will clean her teeth adequately (I was a bit worried about that with the toddler stuff) but won't be too strong of a taste for her? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Have you tried Tom's? It is natural. If she doesn't like that I would try something from the local HFS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiobrain Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 :bigear: I asked a question like this before, and I got only answers saying, Tom's... but Tom's was vetoed long ago. It can be too strongly flavored also, and my son considers it too gritty. Ok, how about a "normal" toothpaste, that is mildly flavored? and NOT obnoxiously textured? :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momof3littles Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 TJ's Fennel xylitol toothpaste? My kids like this and it is "fresh" without being minty/spicy. However, fennel is very much a unique flavor, so I can see how some kids would not enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClassicalTwins Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 We just got Crest toothpaste that is recommended for 8 &up, I think it is new. It is minty but not as minty as the adult. And our boys' teeth look whiter (they didn't have cavities or anything before) since we stopped using the little kid paste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunriseiz Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Burt's Bees has some milder toothpastes as well (orange, berry). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiobrain Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 We just got Crest toothpaste that is recommended for 8 &up, I think it is new. It is minty but not as minty as the adult. And our boys' teeth look whiter (they didn't have cavities or anything before) since we stopped using the little kid paste. Do you have a specific name? There are like a million types/flavors of toothpaste. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 My 13yo ds also doesn't like "spicy" toothpaste. He's ok with Kid's Crest Sparkle Fun which my 7yo dd also uses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnTeaching Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 We use Colgate for "sensitive" teeth. It is still a little minty, but no where near the regular stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momma2three Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Tom's has a mango flavored one which tastes really good. I HATE mint, so I use it instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternalknot Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 My kids have the same issue, and for years we used just plain baking soda ... but then that was TOO plain for my little dental divas! This has been a staple for a very long time: http://www.amazon.com/Toothpowder-Daily-Care-Mint-Ounces/dp/B0006ON9NA It's a tooth powder, which I prefer, and even the mint flavor is very mild. The kids found Tom's to be very strong tasting, and we tried every toothpaste under Creation before they settled on this brand. This brand also offers two other flavors: anise and cinnamon. I prefer cinnamon but the kids all prefer anise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Burt's Bees has some milder toothpastes as well (orange, berry). REALLY??!!! I plan to go to Target tonight. I need to see if they carry it. I LOVE Burt's Bees!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardening momma Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 My 13yo ds also doesn't like "spicy" toothpaste. He's ok with Kid's Crest Sparkle Fun which my 7yo dd also uses. This is what our dentist gives kids. Dd8 doesn't like it because it's not flavorful enough, I think. So I'd recommend this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 I don't like spicy toothpaste either, and I use AIM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trilliums Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Kids like Tom's strawberry. Not gritty and pretty mild. On a side note, Tom's was bought out by Colgate in 2006 and Burt's was bought out by Clorox in 2007. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbara H Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Burt's orange passed the taste test here, but something about the consistency of it didn't seem to work very well to keep teeth clean. Crest used to have a vanilla flavored that they discontinued which was unfortunate because it was the one toothpaste we found that worked well and wasn't "spicy." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetMissMagnolia Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 training tooth paste like the ones for toddlers just learning??---or as in the kiddie ones that taste like bubble gum or fruit?? I get the ones for older kids (lately aquafresh for kids).... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 training tooth paste like the ones for toddlers just learning??---or as in the kiddie ones that taste like bubble gum or fruit?? I get the ones for older kids (lately aquafresh for kids).... This is the one my ds15 uses. He won't use anything minty and he didn't like fruity. The bubble mint Aquafresh is fine for him though. It tastes like bubble gum, but he doesn't like bubble gum! The boy confuses me. I wonder if he would like Tom's Strawberry? I hate to admit it, but I have wondered what his future wife might think when he insists on Kids Aquafresh. :tongue_smilie: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 I must have tried 20, and kiddo has settled on Trader Joe's fennel. Milder than Tom's fennel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happypamama Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 Tom's -- the kids have liked the strawberry, and I like the mint. JASON's also makes a mild toothpaste that is good for gums. And there's always some sort of tooth powder or tooth soap; I've heard that Kiss My Face soap (which is just olive oil and salt, I think) is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8circles Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 REALLY??!!! I plan to go to Target tonight. I need to see if they carry it. I LOVE Burt's Bees!!! Yes - I just bought the orange from target. It is mild and refreshing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 30, 2012 Author Share Posted March 30, 2012 My 13yo ds also doesn't like "spicy" toothpaste. He's ok with Kid's Crest Sparkle Fun which my 7yo dd also uses. I picked this up today. I couldn't find the Burt's Bees in our local store. I saw Tom's but I found it a bit strong tasting when we tried it in the past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngieW in Texas Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 All three of my kids refuse all toothpastes except Tom's of Maine strawberry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2abcd Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 I like Squigle. It has xylitol, which is good for you. http://www.amazon.com/Squigle-Tooth-Builder-Sensitive-Toothpaste/dp/B00206DXQ0/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1333081497&sr=8-8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippen Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 Burt's orange passed the taste test here, but something about the consistency of it didn't seem to work very well to keep teeth clean. Crest used to have a vanilla flavored that they discontinued which was unfortunate because it was the one toothpaste we found that worked well and wasn't "spicy." My daughter liked that Crest Vanilla also and we were sorry to see it go. Now she's using Crest Citrus Splash--I think it's still a little spicy but the orange helps balance it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama_Rana Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 I must have tried 20, and kiddo has settled on Trader Joe's fennel. Milder than Tom's fennel. Tom's recently reconfigured their fennel; it's not as strong [to me at least]. Bums ME out cuz I liked the flavor before. My mouth always felt pleasantly like I'd just eaten some licorice candy. *sigh* They also put it in a more plastic-y tube rather than the old metal tubes. They were sold not too long ago, weren't they? :glare: You could always make it a project to learn to make his own toothpaste. Then his future spouse will just think he's handy and self-sufficient. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 I picked this up today. Did she like it? Or are you still on the hunt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perry Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 Dd went through a period where she couldn't stand toothpaste. Our dentist said toothpaste isn't necessary, and to just brush with water. It's the mechanical action of the brush that is important. The main purpose of toothpaste seems to be the fluoride, and if someone is drinking water and getting fluoride treatments at the dentist they are probably getting plenty already. If you google "is toothpaste necessary" you'll find plenty of information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClassicalTwins Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 Do you have a specific name? There are like a million types/flavors of toothpaste. ;) It is called Crest For Me, minty breeze. On the tube says for 8 and up. It was with the kid's stuff. Got ours at Target, but here's a link to Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=crest+for+me&tag=googhydr-20&index=hpc&hvadid=7139988219&hvpos=1t2&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=406200581745511675&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=e&ref=pd_sl_hz6fatv5i_e Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malam Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 On 3/9/2024 at 10:38 PM, Kris5 said: Most toothpaste makes my mouth peel. I've used Pepsodent Original for many years. I'm finding it harder to find if not impossible. I want something with fluoride that's not gritty. Help!! Have you tried a novamin-containing toothpaste, like David's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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