I’ve tried a lot of toothpastes over the years, especially moving between Germany and India. While the general recommendation of “as long as there’s flouride in your toothpaste, anything works” is strictly true, the follwoing breakdown considers mainly the taste, after-taste and how easily it lathers, for my case in particular. Here are my quick thoughts on a few of them, starting with my current go-to.
Other Noteworthy Mentions
Here are some of the others I’ve tried, in no particular order:
| Brand | Rating | Price | My Quick Review | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmex | ★★★★☆ | €€ | The perfect partner to Aronal for evening use; Easy recommendation due to absolutley no after-tase, which personally I prefer before going to sleep. | Germany |
| Sensodyne | ★★★★☆ | €€ | If you have sensitive teeth, this is your go-to. Provides noticeable relief. | Ger/India |
| Parodontax | ★★★★☆ | €€ | A bit of an acquired salty taste, but excellent for bleeding or sensitive gums. | Ger/India |
| Colgate Total | ★★★☆☆ | € | The dependable, all-around option you can find anywhere. Does the job well. | Ger/India |
| Dabur Red | ★★★☆☆ | € | A classic Indian herbal choice with a strong, distinct clove and spice flavor. | India |
| Pepsodent | ★★★☆☆ | € | A solid, no-frills alternative to Colgate with a strong minty freshness. | India |
| Meridol | ★★★☆☆ | €€ | Another German powerhouse for gum issues; feels very gentle on the mouth. | Germany |
| Himalaya Herbals | ★★★☆☆ | € | A milder herbal option compared to Dabur Red, good for everyday use. | India |
| Vicco Vajradanti | ★★☆☆☆ | € | A famous Ayurvedic powder-in-a-paste. Unique, but the texture isn’t for everyone. | India |
| Weleda Salt | ★★☆☆☆ | €€€ | A fluoride-free, natural option from Germany. The salty taste is very unique. | Germany |