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| HalitosisBad breath issuing from the mouth, often caused by poor oral hygiene, badly decayed teeth or inflammatory processes in the oral cavity. Halitosis may, however, also be triggered by processes remote from the mouth (gastrointestinal conditions, bronchitis, kidney and bladder disorders, etc.). | |
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| HomoeopathyAlternative form of therapy based on the principle of similarity (like cures like) and employing minute doses of active substances in a potentiated form. Strong-tasting and strong-smelling substances have to be avoided during any classical homoeopathic treatment. elmex menthol-free toothpaste fulfils this requirement since it has a bland smell and taste and is free of essential oils. | |
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| HydroxyapatiteMost important constituent, also in terms of volume, of the hard substance of bones and teeth. Enamel hardly ever consists of pure hydroxyapatite, but incorporates certain foreign ions. Fluoride incorporation stabilizes the apatite structure. | |
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| Hypersensitivity of the dental necksTeeth react painfully when the sensitive, soft dental necks are exposed, for example as a result of an incorrect toothbrushing technique with excessive pressure. In these cases, a toothbrush with particularly soft bristles should be used for cleaning, e.g. the elmex interX Sensitive toothbrush . Also important is gentle toothbrushing with a toothpaste with low abrasivity (RDA). The triple action of the elmex SENSITIVE PLUS protection system protects exposed dental necks and reduces any existing hypersensitivity. | |
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