Chewable Toothpaste Tablets: A Novel Oral Hygiene Solution

Nowadays, we’re all conscious about oral hygiene and the products we use. The market is flooded with the medicated and herbal toothpastes, each promising better results. However, we often overlook the environmental impact of these products. Most toothpastes containers and closers end up in landfills without much throughout their reusability, where they take hundreds of years to decompose while other countries are increasingly adopting eco-friendly practices and promoting reusable products, India still lags behind in this regard. A recent report suggests significant rise in demand for toothpaste tablets, which consider a more sustainable alternative to traditional toothpaste tubes. This shift towards eco-friendly dental products is a positive trend but India needs to implement stricter regulation to ensures sustainable practices in the dental industry. This review article aims to explore the potential of chewable tablet toothpaste as a solution to reduce plastic waste, improve dental health, and promote co-effective, convenient and eco-friendly alternative to traditional and provide oral care.