First of all, we note that under the Russian brand Mexidol dent, several types of toothpastes are produced, sold in the territory of the Russian Federation, as well as in Georgia and Kazakhstan. Each toothpaste Mexidol Dent in the line of names has its own specifics and is focused on solving certain problems with teeth and gums, but all of these pastes have a common characteristic feature.
The main distinguishing feature of Mexidol dent toothpastes is the presence of a common base in their composition - Mexidol, or Emoxipin. This substance was developed by the Russian company Pharmamasoft Pharmaceuticals, and is used as a powerful antioxidant, antihypoxant and membrane protector. In the treatment of various diseases is administered intramuscularly, intravenously, and in ophthalmology is used, for example, in the form of drops.
The use of Emoxipin (Mexidol) has a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect,contributes to the normalization of intracranial pressure, alleviate the condition of patients with various disorders of blood formation, and is also a means for the prevention of atherosclerosis.
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But in the composition of toothpastes Mexidol is positioned as an anti-inflammatory agent, a component to accelerate tissue regeneration and normalize metabolic processes in the gums. However, interestingly, the therapeutic effect of Mexidol on the teeth and gums is not supported by any serious research that would be recognized by the international medical community.
Apart from Russia and the CIS countries, nowhere else has Mexidol a proprietary name and is not used in medicine or in the manufacture of body care products.
The chemical name of Mexidol is ethylmethylhydroxypyridine succinate. Its chemical structure rather closely resembles the formula of vitamin B6.
So when choosing a toothpaste from the Mexidol series, do not consider a certain antioxidant in its composition as a panacea for all your troubles. It’s generally peculiar to manufacturers to promote some highlight of their product, and the main thing here is that the uninitiated consumer doesn’t turn off common sense against the description of the truly miraculous properties of toothpaste.
Carefully look at the accompanying components in the composition in order to better represent the properties of the paste - we'll talk about this later. It will also help to make a definite picture of the product and reviews of people who are also listed below.
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The average price of Mexidol Dent toothpaste today is about 200-250 rubles per tube for 65 grams (depending on the store and the name of the product itself in the line).
The entire range of pastes Mexidol Dent
The range of toothpastes Mexidol Dent includes 5 items:
- Mexidol Dent Aktiv is, so to speak, the flagship product in the line, intended for the treatment of gums that are inflamed and bleeding;
- Mexidol Dent Complex - the most versatile product of the line, designed both for the care of the gums and for the prevention of caries;
- Mexidol Dent Sensitive - as the name suggests, it is a paste for the care of sensitive teeth, in addition to preventing caries, which helps to reduce pain and sensitivity of the enamel;
- Mexidol Dent Fito - for the prevention of exacerbation of periodontitis and periodontal disease;
- Mexidol Dent Professional White - whitening paste, which, in addition to its whitening effect, also helps to fight tooth decay and gum disease.
The set of pastes is complemented by two mouth rinses that have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effects.
In general, due to the presence of Mexidol in the composition of the substance, all Mexidol Dent toothpastes are positioned as agents that promote healing of the gums and prevent their bleeding.
It is useful to understand that each toothpaste Mexidol Dent will act comprehensively. For example, Mexidol Dent Sensitive not only reduces the sensitivity of tooth enamel, but also simultaneously prevents the development of caries by removing plaque and suppressing the activity of cariogenic bacteria in the oral cavity.
Similarly, with other means: although each of them is focused primarily on solving the main problem, but in parallel they will protect teeth and gums from some other threats (but how much such protection will be effective in your case is the second question; and the third the question is how effectively the composition of the corresponding toothpastes is adapted to the solution of auxiliary tasks - as will be seen below, there are some problems with this).
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“I personally liked the Mexidol Dent Complex. Good all-purpose toothpaste.And it protects against caries, and it has a good taste, and fights with bleeding gums. We have a tube the whole family uses. We use the children purely for the prevention of caries, and the husband for the treatment of gums. It helps everyone, although my husband said that Parodontax is still better, but Mexidol paste also has a reasonable price. He has to alternate the tube through the tube. In this mode, and his gums do not hurt, and less money is spent. And it’s good that no instructions are needed, as in some - the paste is like paste, the enamel does not erase, it is gentle. ”
Tatyana, Lyubertsy
Mexidol Dent Asset: pasta features
In addition to Mexidol, the manufacturer emphasizes the presence of another “active” substance in toothpaste Mexidol Dent Active - this is xylitol, a component with a sweet taste, but, unlike sugars, which does not support the growth of bacteria (and according to some, even suppresses it). Generally speaking, the assignment of this compound to the main active substances looks, to put it mildly, strange and suggests that, apparently, there was nothing more to "flash".
Let's look at the full composition of the Mexidol Dent Active toothpaste:
And indeed, any additional highlights are not visible. Separately, one could say that some manufacturers today are trying to avoid using sodium lauryl sulfate as part of toothpastes, as well as methyl and propyl paraben (all these compounds are considered potential allergens, and some even attribute them carcinogenic properties, which, however, is doubtful and is not a universally accepted fact).
The paste does not contain fluoride, and also does not contain remineralizing enamel calcium-containing substances, so for people who are prone to caries, the choice in favor of Mexidol Dent Active will in many cases not the best option.
Well, it turns out that in terms of protecting the gums from inflammation and bleeding, all hope falls only on the substance Mexidol. In accordance with the instructions, for the prevention of periodontitis and gingivitis paste, you need to brush your teeth at least twice a day, combining it with the use of mouth rinse Mexidol dent.
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“While I was at a conference in Moscow, I brushed my teeth with Mexidol active. So, for three days my gums have completely ceased to hurt. This is despite the fact that I had treated them for a year by other means, and at the conference itself I was fed occasionally at coffee breaks. And never once did my gums get very sick.I brought three tubes home (everything that was enough in cash rubles, it was difficult to change dollars there, even though the price of the paste is very low). Then, clearly following the instructions, I brushed my teeth and could not get enough of it.
And when I began to look for it here, I discovered that it’s not something that is in Kiev, but in general in Ukraine it is not for sale. I had to ask relatives in Moscow to send by mail. Now it has become easier, Mexidol toothpastes can be bought on some sites, they have a type of transshipment base in Ukraine. The last two times I did it. ”
Anna, Kiev
Mexidol Dent Phyto Paste with Natural Ingredients
Mexidol Dent Phyto - it can be said toothpaste, which is an extended version of Mexidol Dent Aktiv. In addition to Mexidol, xylitol and all the same excipients, it additionally contains plantain extract and fir needles extract.
Due to these two extracts, already new properties are attributed to Mexidol Dent Phyto toothpaste:
- A pronounced antibacterial action - due to the extract of fir needles;
- Hemostatic - due to the action of plantain extract.
Accordingly, the paste is recommended by the manufacturer to combat gum disease.
In Mexidol Dent Phyto paste, there is no fluorine, there are no remineralizing (restoring) enamel components, and there are also no compounds that would combat tooth sensitivity. Of the dubious ingredients, sodium lauryl sulfate is present, as well as the preservatives methylparaben and propylparaben.
In accordance with the instructions, Mexidol Dent Phyto toothpaste is recommended for use by people suffering from periodontitis (including in severe form), as well as for the prevention of periodontal disease. It is recommended to brush her teeth at least 2 times a day.
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“I was the doctor who advised Mexidol Fito before installing the implant. He said that since I have inflammation of the gums, you first need to heal them first, and then put the prosthesis. He said that in general there are many such toothpastes, but it is better to use Mexidol Fito. I can not compare with other means, but in these two months the inflammation has passed and in the pictures is no longer detectable. So pasta has done its job ... "
Alexey, St. Petersburg
Mexidol Dent Sensitive
As a component responsible for reducing the sensitivity of teeth, Mexidol Dent Sensitive paste contains potassium nitrate (potassium nitrate).It is important to understand that this substance is intended for temporary anesthesia of teeth in the places of defects, but does not contribute to the restoration and strengthening of enamel.
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The problem of tooth sensitivity (hyperesthesia) occurs most often due to damage or thinning of the enamel, as a result of which dentin is exposed. The dentin mass is penetrated by so-called dentinal tubules filled with fluid, which is in contact with the nerve endings emanating from the pulp of the tooth. When stimuli are exposed to the tooth (for example, cold or hot food), the fluid in the tubules starts moving and irritates the nerve endings, as a result of which there is a sensation of pain.
Potassium salts are often injected into toothpastes to combat hyperesthesia. Potassium ions, penetrating into the dentinal tubules, accumulate around the nerve endings and effectively reduce their sensitivity.
However, there are more effective compounds: for example, strontium salts can clog the dentinal tubules. Soluble calcium salts and fluorides also quite well with the increased sensitivity of teeth, and, in addition, contribute to the mineralization of enamel, that is, strengthen and restore it.
In addition to potassium nitrate, Mexidol Sensitiv paste contains Mexidol, xylitol, and all the auxiliary components already noted above.
If you suffer from tooth hypersensitivity, you can also pay attention to the Sensodin line of toothpastes - in particular, Sensodyn Instant Effect or Sensodyne toothpaste with fluoride.
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“Of the three anesthetic pastes: Mexidol Dent Sensitive, Lakalut Sensitiv and Roks Bionics for sensitive teeth, I liked Lakalut most of all, and Mexidol least of all. Lakalyut suppresses pain immediately, and if according to instructions two times a day to brush, then the teeth cease to hurt at all. Rocks does not work right away, but in a week or two significantly reduces sensitivity. Mexidol acts quickly, pain relieves, but after the next meal - everything is new. But then there is still such a thing: the Rocks are expensive, and on Lakalut and Mexidol the price is lower and about the same, so I chose Lakalut for myself out of all this three. ”
Valentine, Ryazan
According to the instructions for use, Mexidol Dent Sensitive is recommended to use at least 2 times a day for increased sensitivity of teeth, as well as for unformed or thinned tooth enamel.The course duration is from one to one and a half months, after which the paste is alternated with Mexidol Dent Complex.
Mexidol Dent Complex
In addition to Mexidol and Xylitol, which the manufacturer uses in the entire line of toothpastes, Mexidol Dent Complex also contains calcium citrate as an active ingredient - it is a water-soluble calcium salt that helps strengthen and restore tooth enamel. Incidentally, for teeth with hypersensitivity, such a recovery of enamel is much more important and useful than a temporary decrease in sensitivity, which is provided by potassium salts. It remains only to wonder why the manufacturer did not incorporate Mexidol Sensitive calcium citrate into the composition of the previously described paste in addition to potassium nitrate ...
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“I used to brush my teeth with Mexidol Complex - very good toothpaste. She helped me so much especially because the pain of her teeth on sour fruits goes with her. But we cannot buy it in Kharkov, it’s only to go to Russia, but then the price turns out to be unreasonably high. Although recently my son brought her from Georgia.Maybe we will start selling it soon. ”
Konstantin, Kharkov
Mexidol Dent Professional White Paste
Mexidol Dent Professional White whitening toothpaste boasts the most intense composition among all the other products of the line, which, frankly speaking, do not shine with component diversity.
So, the following components are a part of Mexidol Dent Professional White:
- Mexidol - as a means to strengthen and protect the gums from inflammations;
- Licorice extract is positioned as an antibacterial component that promotes protection against caries (by suppressing the activity of cariogenic bacteria);
- Papain is an enzyme that promotes the breakdown of organic components of dental plaque. In part, it also provides the whitening effect of the agent;
- Pyrophosphate complex, which prevents the formation of plaque and stone, as well as helps to remove existing deposits;
- Calcium citrate and hydroxyapatite are substances that strengthen and restore tooth enamel.
Mexidol Dent Professional White has moderately abrasive properties. If you apply it in accordance with the instructions and in conjunction with a soft toothbrush, then the risk of erasing enamel will be minimized.
But it is worth noting some points that you will not find in advertising.Under the hazy phrase “pyrophosphate complex” there is one single compound - potassium pyrophosphate. Accordingly, the paste will also slightly reduce the sensitivity of the teeth due to potassium ions.
As for the pyrophosphate part - polyphosphates in general and pyrophosphates in particular really contribute to the binding of calcium ions from the dental calculus matrix, thereby loosening it and making it more susceptible to abrasion with a toothbrush. However, these pyrophosphates will not be much less effective in extracting calcium from tooth enamel, so this is a kind of “double-edged sword”. In general, whitening pastes, especially with pyrophosphates, with a strong sensitivity of the teeth is not recommended.
About the positive role of calcium citrate has already been mentioned above (see the description of Mexidol Dent Complex). But the role of hydroxyapatite is not all that simple. It is easy for the uninitiated person to instill, they say, teeth consist of this substance, which means that its presence in the composition of the paste will make them stronger. However, the substance is not soluble in water, and therefore is not able to saturate the tooth enamel with either calcium or phosphorus.So let's not hide it - finely dispersed hydroxyapatite in toothpaste plays more the role of an additional abrasive, rather than a “reducing agent” of tooth enamel.
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“I have been using whitening paste Mexidol for two weeks already. Not to say that the teeth began to shine directly, but they seemed to bleach by half a tone. I take pictures of them once a week, then I plan to compare all the photos in six months and sum up. So wait ... "
Anastasia, Moscow
If you suffer from inflammation and bleeding of the gums, then in addition to Mexidol toothpastes, you can also try, for example, Paradontax, Pomorin, Forest Balsam, Roks Bionics, Splat Healing Herbs.
If you had a chance to test Mexidol paste in practice, do not forget to leave your feedback about it at the bottom of this page - perhaps this will help other people make their choice.
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Very useful paste Mexidol Fito, problems with the gums are no more!
I use paste, now only Mexidol, really very good paste. The gums stopped bleeding and got rid of other problems. Periodically changing the series. In the pharmacy, sometimes you even have to order to be brought for sale. Many thanks to the manufacturers.
The paste is very good. I tried two types - Sensitive and Complex. She stopped at Mexidol Dent Complex, because for me protection against caries is a priority. Pasta is very happy. I am glad that it is still not advertised. Advertising has no faith. Sold only at the pharmacy.
Pasta Mexidol Dent White from tea and coffee plaque from the teeth removes perfectly. I also regularly drink iron regularly (low hemoglobin), and so, this paste is salvation, it removes plaque from my teeth, otherwise I don’t know what my teeth would look like. Refreshing properties and health effects are also at a good level. In general, I am surprised that we have developed such a toothpaste))
I want to contact the manufacturers! Why is Mexidol Dent not sold in all pharmacies? I read about it on the Internet, for a long time I could not buy it, until I finally guessed to order it from an online pharmacy. The paste itself is good, now I use sensitive, I feel that my teeth are not as sensitive as before, when they are cleaned, the blood stopped. I think that for problem gums - this is one of the best toothpastes.
I have Mexidol Phyto, I like very much that now pastes with natural compositions have appeared, this is a good sign. In general, I am for everything that is closer to nature, but also does not contradict common sense and leaves behind me the right impact. Mexidol in this plan by 10 points out of 10.
I have been using the paste for about three months exactly, everything is fine: fresh breath, no inflammation, the enamel is not damaged. Good toothpaste for your money.