If you’re thinking what in the world is a toothpaste tablet or a mouthwash tablet, you’re not alone. But many people looking for more sustainable self-care and oral care products have already made the switch from regular tube toothpastes and plastic-bottled mouthwashes, and you can, too. These easy-to-use and travel-friendly tablets (sometimes called tabs) are usually packaged in an easy-to-recycle container. They’re also waterless and free of harsh chemicals — two big pros in our book.
The hardest part of making the switch isn’t getting used to their different texture, it’s actually finding the right tablets for you and your household. Don’t get too worked up about it though, you can use our list below of the best toothpaste tablets and mouthwash tablets to find something that you love. Plus, they come in different flavors — just like toothpaste does — so you don’t have to skimp on what you like.
This list of products was determined by ratings and reviews from Grove members.
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Say goodbye to globs of toothpaste left in the sink and hello to a clean, fresh mouth without the mess. Hello Charcoal Toothpaste Tabs offer up a revolutionary way to get your teeth sparkling clean without the hassle of traditional toothpaste tubes. Made with powerful, all-natural ingredients like activated charcoal, coconut, oil, and fresh mint, …
The perfect travel companions, hello Antiplaque + Whitening Toothpaste Tabs keep your teeth white and your suitcase light. These little gems offer up a smarter way to whiten teeth, providing a plastic-free alternative to traditional toothpaste tubes. Packaged in a reusable tin, these chewable tablets are an easy, effective option for fighting …
Say hello to a plastic-free alternative to traditional toothpaste for your kids in a delicious natural watermelon flavor. easy and effective, our toothpaste tablets are thoughtfully formulated with coconut oil, natural sweeteners like xylitol and stevia. These kids tablets help brush away plaque, polish and brighten teeth, are safe if swallowed, …
Toothpaste tablets have pros and cons to using them. Although, there aren’t many dentists that would tell you to choose toothpaste tablets with fluoride over your regular toothpaste, they really do leave your mouth feeling clean and fresh after using them.
Here are some other major pros about these innovative gems for brushing your teeth:
To play devil’s advocate, here are some cons to think about before permanently switching to toothpaste tablets:
Using toothpaste tablets isn’t rocket science. To use fluoride toothpaste tablets (and fluoride-free ones), all you need to do is pop that baby into your mouth — one tablet for each brushing. Once the toothpaste tablet is in your mouth, chew it up, and let it dissolve. Then, stick your toothbrush in your mouth and brush as you usually would with the “paste” that’s left behind.
One of our Grove writers tried toothpaste tablets for her first time and shared her experience with our community — read about her experience in our article, We tried it: What is it like to use toothpaste tablets?
If you like her review, get your own hello toothpaste tablets on Grove, or shop our list of the 21 best natural toothpastes for alternatives to toothpaste tablets.
Some do and some don’t — it depends on the ingredients used in the mouthwash tablets. Many mouthwashes and mouthwash tablets that claim to kill germs state so very clearly, but they usually include cetylpyridinium chloride. For example, these Georganics mouthwash tablets don’t claim to kill bacteria and, instead, they work to restore a healthy pH balance to your mouth. They also are flavored with organic peppermint oil to help battle bad breath.
Anyone who travels a lot or is away from home often, might want to give mouthwash tablets a try as they’re easy to take on the go because their packaging is small enough to throw in a bag. Plus, to use them, you usually just throw them in a glass of water to dissolve. For more mouthwash tablets and toothpaste tablets with fluoride, check out our list of the best toothpaste tablets and mouthwash tablets above.
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