Top 5 Best Gum Care Toothpaste Review 2023
Dentist Tested and Reviewed
Did you know that gum disease affects 70% of individuals over age 65 and 47% of individuals over 30? Unfortunately, it’s increasingly prevalent, and many people are unaware of its adverse effects on oral and systemic health.
Bacteria can localize deep below the gum line and wreak havoc on the supporting structures of the teeth. If left untreated, the bacteria will cause gum infection and irreversible bone loss, also known as periodontal disease.
Once bone loss occurs, it cannot regenerate to its original form naturally. So it’s essential to prevent oral harm before it’s too late.
Related: Learn more about Periodontal DiseaseFortunately, periodontal disease can be prevented or managed with adequate home care, routine dental visits, and proper gum treatment. Many kinds of toothpaste specifically target gum disease-causing bacteria using effective active and inactive ingredients. Stannous fluoride 0.45% is the most commonly used active ingredient because of its anticavity and antigingivitis properties.
From a dentist’s perspective, let’s look at the Top 5 Best Gum Care Toothpaste.
Tested and Reviewed
- Best Overall: Crest Pro-Health Advanced Gum Restore Toothpaste
- Best Budget: Colgate Total Gum Protection Toothpaste
- Best Overall: Parodontax Active Gum Repair Toothpaste
- Best Overall: Arm & Hammer CompleteCare Toothpaste
- Best Overall: Crest Pro-Health Gum Detoxify Toothpaste
Evaluation Criteria
We highlight each product’s unique, advertised benefits, identify their pros and cons and score each one from 1 to 5 based on four categories. The toothpaste with the highest score is crowned the overall champion; however, we’ll also give suggested patient benefits for each product. Prices listed are subject to change and discussed in each review, however they were not considered within the scoring criteria.
- Effectiveness: Does the toothpaste treat the advertised need? How effective were the results?
- Comfort: Was the toothpaste comfortable? Was there any burning, stinging or uncomfortable sensation?
- Taste: How was the overall taste? Was it refreshing? Did it alter your sense of taste?
- Likeability: Likeability: Is the toothpaste likeable and enjoyable to use?
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1. Crest Pro-Health Advanced Gum Restore Toothpaste
Crest Pro-Health Advanced Gum Restore is also backed by the prestigious ADA accepted seal of approval for preventing cavities, preventing/reducing plaque bacteria, preventing/reducing gingivitis, reducing tooth sensitivity, and helping prevent or reduce enamel erosion from dietary acids. This toothpaste is similar to Gum Detoxify; however, it’s uniquely stabilized with the amino acid glycine to unleash the power of stannous fluoride.
Dentist Review
Crest Pro-Health Advanced Gum Restore Toothpaste checked all the boxes. It offers an exceptional sweet mint flavor that lingered for many hours, much longer than other competitors. Also, the paste was smooth, refreshing, and comfortable on the gum tissue. The addition of the amino acid glycine is an advanced formulation and attributed to its overall plaque fighting effectiveness.
Highlights
- Stannous fluoride 0.45%
- ADA accepted
- Promotes gum healing
- Formulated with amino acid glycine
- Clinically proven healthier gums
- Deep clean flavor
- Neutralizes harmful plaque bacteria
- Helps reverse gingivitis
Results
Effectiveness: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Comfort: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Taste: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Likeability: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Total: 20/20
Best overall gum care toothpaste
2. Colgate Total Gum Protection Toothpaste
Colgate seeks to develop products that promote healthy smiles.</strong> They’ve been in the oral health care industry for over 145 years and offer a range of oral care products. Sustainability is also important to them as they recently created a first-of-its-kind recyclable toothpaste tube.
Lastly, they strive to be an accessible company that offers many educational resources to the public and dental professionals. Colgate Total Gum Protection Toothpaste features 12 hours of antibacterial protection, powered by stannous fluoride 0.45%.
Dentist Review
Colgate Total Gum Protection Toothpaste was comfortable and provided an exceptional clean. It offers a sweet mint flavor, however, the flavor wasn’t as refreshing as we desired and lasting fresh breath was minimal. However, overall it was effective at removing plaque bacteria. Lastly, this toothpaste features anticavity and anti-sensitivity properties, beneficial for healthy smiles.
Highlights
- Stannous fluoride 0.45%
- 12 hr antibacterial protection
- Gluten-free and sugar-free
- Protects teeth, tongue, cheeks and gums
- Anticavity and antisensitivity toothpaste
Results
Effectiveness: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭒
Comfort: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Taste: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭒
Likeability: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭒
Total: 17/20
Best gum care toothpaste with antisensitivity properties
3. Parodontax Active Gum Repair Toothpaste
Parodontax was developed initially by Dr. Focke, a German dentist, in 1937. GSK obtained the brand in 2001 before bringing it to market in 2017. Parodontax contains 0.45% stannous fluoride that kills bacteria and reduces carbohydrate metabolism. Also, it has 5% sodium tripolyphosphate (STP) to prevent and remove teeth stains.
Parodontax is an everyday toothpaste that helps maintain optimal gum health between dental cleanings. Parodontax Active Gum Repair Toothpaste seeks to fight off bacteria localized along the gum line.
Dentist Review
Parodontax Active Gum Repair is exceptionally smooth with minimal grit. The fresh mint flavor is refreshing; however, the fresh breath quickly subsides. Word of caution, stannous fluoride may produce surface stains on teeth. Also, this toothpaste has a slight stinging sensation that transitions to a cooling effect after rinsing. However, overall it was effective and enjoyable to use.
Highlights
- Stannous fluoride 0.45%
- Helps control bleeding gums
- Fresh mint flavor
- Anticavity and antigingivitis toothpaste
Results
Effectiveness: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Comfort: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭒
Taste: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭒
Likeability: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Total: 18/20
Best sensitivity relief with antigingivitis properties
4. Arm & Hammer CompleteCare Toothpaste
Arm & Hammer has been a trusted brand for more than 170 years. Most people know them by their “America’s #1 Trusted Baking Soda” brand; however, they expanded to oral health care. Also, Arm & Hammer is committed to being environmentally responsible and donates a portion of its profits to charities. Their toothpaste line provides a wide range of care, including CompleteCare, PeroxiCare, and AdvancedWhite.
Also, they recently announced a new Essentials line, free of artificial sweeteners, sodium lauryl sulfate, preservatives, parabens, and dyes. All but one of their toothpaste contains sodium fluoride 0.24% anticavity protection (Essentials Activated Charcoal is fluoride-free). The baking soda and peroxide experience is unique and provides a rejuvenating feel.
Dentist Review
The CompleteCare toothpaste was surprisingly smooth and gentle on the gums. The soft texture allowed the toothbrush to glide over the teeth without irritating the gums. It has a great aftertaste, and the flavor was refreshing. Lastly, the foaming action effectively removed plaque and neutralized the mouth. Although the texture was smooth and comfortable, it did have the most robust baking soda flavor, however, some individuals may desire this unique aspect.
Highlights
- Sodium fluoride 0.24%
- Fresh mint flavor
- Baking soda neutralizes acid
- Strengthens enamel
Results
Effectiveness: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Comfort: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Taste: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭒
Likeability: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭒
Total: 18/20
Best for patients with sensitive teeth and gums
5. Crest Pro-Health Gum Detoxify Toothpaste
Crest Pro-Health Detoxify Toothpaste offers a smooth texture and delightful flavor. It was refreshing to use; however, similar to other toothpaste, lasting fresh breath was minimal. Nevertheless, the ADA Accepted seal of efficacy encourages and reinforces its overall effectiveness. We were pleased with the plaque removal and enjoyed the cooling effect after rinsing.
Dentist Review
Crest Pro-Health Detoxify Toothpaste offers a smooth texture and delightful flavor. It was refreshing to use; however, similar to other toothpaste, lasting fresh breath was minimal. Nevertheless, the ADA Accepted seal of efficacy encourages and reinforces its overall effectiveness. We were pleased with the plaque removal and enjoyed the cooling effect after rinsing.
Highlights
- Stannous fluoride 0.45%
- ADA Accepted
- Anticavity and antigingivitis toothpaste
- Deep clean flavor
- Neutralizes harmful plaque bacteria
- Gently cools gums during and after brushing
Results
Effectiveness: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Comfort: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Taste: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑
Likeability: ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭒
Total: 19/20
Best gum care toothpaste with cooling properties
Overall Champion: Crest Pro-Health Advanced Gum Restore Toothpaste*
Crest Pro-Health Advanced Gum Restore is also backed by the prestigious ADA accepted seal of approval for preventing cavities, preventing/reducing plaque bacteria, preventing/reducing gingivitis, reducing tooth sensitivity, and helping prevent or reduce enamel erosion from dietary acids. This toothpaste is similar to Gum Detoxify; however, it’s uniquely stabilized with the amino acid glycine to unleash the power of stannous fluoride.
Final Thoughts
Crest Pro-Health Advanced Gum Restore Toothpaste edged out Crest Pro-Health Gum Detoxify Toothpaste because of its overall effectiveness, the addition of amino acid glycine, sweet mint flavor, lasting fresh breath, and anticavity properties. In addition, we were impressed with how comfortable both Crest Pro-Health Toothpastes were on the gum tissue. Crest Pro-Health Gum Detoxify Toothpaste took home second place and offers a unique cooling effect after rinsing.
Parodontax Active Gum Repair Toothpaste and Arm & Hammer CompleteCare Toothpaste tied for third. Parodontax Active Gum Repair Toothpaste features sodium polyphosphate 5% to remove stubborn stains. Lastly, Arm & Hammer CompleteCare Toothpaste offers a unique baking soda flavor and sodium fluoride of 0.24% to prevent tooth decay.
Final Rankings
- Crest Pro-Health Advanced Gum Restore Toothpaste 20/20
- Crest Pro-Health Gum Detoxify Toothpaste 19/20
- Parodontax Active Gum Repair Toothpaste 18/20
- Arm & Hammer CompleteCare Toothpaste 18/20
- Colgate Total Gum Protection Toothpaste 17/20
* My Dental Advocate product reviews are based on individual experience and your results with the products may vary.
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