Good oral health goes beyond brushing and flossing. In addition to regular dental visits and a good routine, maintaining a balanced diet and caring for your oral microbiome can be game-changing to your oral health and overall well-being.
A growing body of research has shed light on the crucial role of our oral microbiome, but how do we maintain it?
This article aims to demystify the terms prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics, and paraprobiotics, and explore how they can be utilized to support oral health.
What’s the difference between prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics and paraprobiotics?
With more information circulating the internet, magazines and news about prebotics, probiotics and the importance for our microbiomes, we want to shed light on any confusion between the terms.
Prebiotics: Nurturing the Good Guys
Prebiotics are non-digestible dietary fibers that serve as a food source for beneficial bacteria in our microbiome.
By selectively stimulating the growth and activity of beneficial bacteria, prebiotics promote a healthy microbial balance.
A common prebiotic is aloe vera. It's rich in vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds including polysaccharides, glycoproteins, anthraquinones, and acemannan. Aloe vera can be found in all Truthpaste toothpastes and mouthwashes.
Probiotics: The Good Bacteria Army
Probiotics, on the other hand, are live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit to the host.
Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium are among the most common probiotic strains used in oral health formulations.
These beneficial bacteria can help balance the oral microbiome, prevent the colonization of harmful bacteria, and support the body's natural defenses.
Postbiotics: The Hidden Helpers
Postbiotics are the metabolic byproducts of probiotics or other microorganisms.
They include various compounds such as organic acids, enzymes, peptides, and antimicrobial substances.
These substances play a significant role in modulating the host's immune response, reducing inflammation, and promoting oral health.
Paraprobiotics: The Inactive Allies
Paraprobiotics refer to non-viable, heat-treated probiotic bacteria or their cellular components.
While they do not possess live microorganisms, paraprobiotics can still have beneficial effects on the host by stimulating the immune system and promoting a balanced oral microbiome.
Research suggests that paraprobiotics may have advantages in terms of stability and safety, as they eliminate the risk of introducing live bacteria.
Our mouthwash contains a non-viable strain of Lactobacillus plantarum, carefully formulated to:
- promote a healthy oral microbiome
- sooth the oral cavity
- strengthen the oral musosa barrier
- and protect against harmful bacteria and gum issues
 Marisa BattrickShe / Her |
Marisa has spent the past nine years researching and developing oral care. During that time she has worked with cosmetic scientists and formulators, and developed expertise in the intricacies of ingredient compatibility. She is passionate about harnessing the benefits of natural ingredients to improve oral health. Her favourite ingredients are neem and aloe vera, and her most used Truthpaste products are Peppermint & Wintergreen and Probiotic Mouthwash. |
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Strong taste but I feel it’s really doing the job. Thanks x
I was so happy when I came across this brand that are plastic free, non toxic and do a hydroxyapetite toothpaste!! Out of the Truthpaste flavours, this one and the fennel are my fave. They clean my teeth brilliantly. Yes they’re more expensive than your average toothpaste but the credentials of this brand are worth it. Hopefully will see them stocked on shelves in shops in the near future!!
Great product so far, its only been a few days so time will tell.
Truth paste is my got to brand now.
Does everything I need it to. I feel my teeth and gums are getting what they need. Worth it!
It's wonderful and awesome. Cleans really well and keeps your mouth clean for longer hours than regular paste. It's wondersome!
Received a sample pot with my last order. Same great attributes as it's peppermint cousin but the citrus flavour made it really different. It seemed really odd for a toothpaste not to have a peppermint flavour but odd doesn't mean bad. The citrus flavour seemed more gentle, even indulgent. Begs the question - should it have a matching citrus flavour mouthwash???
Very happy to see the launch of this flavour both of us thought it was a really nice
I will definitely be ordering this product together with the citrus & fennel charcoal flavour both all really nice
I really like the minty hydroxyapatite version, but this one is preferred by my children and also its just nice for a flavour change. Ongoing I think I will buy both.
I tried this as a sample and really liked the taste, will definitely order in a jar, plus it is helping my sensitive teeth and improving my overall health of teeth
So, like other posters, a small sample of the citrus truthpaste was included in my main order.
Loved the no foam, as I believe foam equals chemicals.
I wasn’t expecting to enjoy the taste, but I did, so the prospect of a normal sized version is welcome.
I have used non fluoride tooth care for some years, I purchased mine at reasonable cost at Asian stores.
However this was my very first experience of hydroxyapatite toothpaste.
Right from the initial tooth cleaning ritual, I could feel the difference.
I actually felt like I had that clean result after a hygienist session.
I actually wanted to smile, instead of bringing my hand to my lips when chuckling 🤭 👎/😁👍
I am aware that this trurhpaste isn’t cheap to buy,
BUT….
not much product is needed compared to conventional toothpastes.
I also thought it was more hygienic to NOT put the toothbrush head into the tin of paste, instead choosing to use a very small spatula to take half a pea sized amount (it’s quite a thick texture) to place it with directly onto my teeth, or onto the toothbrush.
Then before turning my electric toothbrush on, I spread the paste across all surfaces of my teeth, then I turn the brush on to proceed brushing each section, in turn.
That way, I feel all of my teeth get an equal distribution of the paste.
I think I kinda treat the truthpaste as a precious recipe to be treated with respect, hope that doesn’t sound daft 🤪
I am an older adult, and I use my teeth cleaning time to simultaneously perform my squats, and I count my squats on each section of teeth cleaning, so my legs get toned and strong at the same time.
So I exit the bathroom with squeaky clean teeth, fresh mouth, and stringer legs each time.
I hope my review is useful, as I although I do leave reviews/feedback, it’s not usually as detailed and enthusiastic as this one.
THANK YOU Truthpaste for providing a thick tasty zingy paste that I enjoy and can see and feel the difference with.
I got a free sample of the orange Truthpaste with a larger order recently. I like it, nice change from mint. I slightly prefer the charcoal, orange and fennel but I don't think it has the hydroxyapatite - you'd need to check that (sorry!) The little tins are great for travel too.
One word it is the truth I’ve tried other proclaimed organic fluoride free toothpaste a this one beats them hands down. It has eased recurring symptoms and issues I had with my mouth. Thank you so much x
Too early to mention about its benefits to my teeth. But, I really like it. Easy to use, great taste and my teeth feel very clean afterwards.
Ultra FA-N-T-A-S-T-I-C. A wonderful fresh feeling and taste in the mouth. Teeth
look gleaming after use. Thank you Truthpaste.
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