TL;DR
USANA Whitening Toothpaste is a fluoride-free, naturally derived toothpaste made without hydrogen peroxide or artificial flavours and colours. What sets it apart is ADP-1, a postbiotic from inactivated Lactobacillus paracasei that supports the cleansing process. Mild abrasives polish away surface stains, while sea salt, aloe vera, coconut oil, stevioside and menthol each play a specific role.
You can watch the English video walkthrough here: USANA Whitening Toothpaste: Whiter-Looking Teeth Without Peroxide.
Small Teeth, Big Jobs
Your teeth may seem small, but they have some big jobs. They give shape to your face, help you pronounce words properly and — most importantly — allow you to chew your food. Chewing is where digestion begins, and it is how your body gets the nutrients it needs to function.
The appearance of your teeth matters too. A healthy, bright smile is important for your confidence and emotional health, and maintaining a healthy mouth can also help contribute to your overall health and wellbeing.
Enamel: Strong, but Not Indestructible
The hardest substance in the human body is the hard, white material that surrounds the crown of your teeth: enamel. It is made primarily of calcium phosphate, a mineral that makes enamel incredibly strong, so it can defend the softer, more sensitive layers beneath — dentin, pulp, nerves and blood vessels. The white colour of healthy teeth comes from that same calcium phosphate.
Enamel is strong and durable, but it isn't indestructible. If your teeth feel fuzzy after eating, that is plaque — a sticky film that forms as bacteria cling to the surface of your teeth. Over time, everyday food and drink also leave surface stains that dull a smile.
The Daily Basics
Brushing your teeth twice a day, along with regular flossing between teeth, is essential to your dental health. Brushing clears away food, grime and plaque, which goes a long way in preserving your oral health.
A Gentler Approach to a Brighter Smile
There are a lot of choices when it comes to toothpaste. USANA Whitening Toothpaste is a safe, gentle option made without harsh chemicals or artificial flavours or colours, which makes it a bright choice for the whole family. It is fluoride-free, made from naturally derived ingredients — and unlike many other toothpastes on the market, it supplies ADP-1.
What Is a Postbiotic?
You have likely heard of probiotics, live organisms that can be consumed to deliver a health benefit, and prebiotics, fibres that help feed bacteria. A newer area of research is postbiotics.
That research has revealed that, in some cases, probiotic bacteria do not need to be alive to provide a desired benefit. The compounds the bacteria produce, or release as their cells disintegrate — such as proteins and peptides, enzymes or other acids — are sufficient to create a response. The isolated compounds are postbiotics.
This matters for a toothpaste. Live bacteria are fragile and can easily be destroyed during processing, and they simply don't survive well in certain products. Isolating the active compounds creates a stable delivery form that can be used where a live strain could not.
ADP-1 in Whitening Toothpaste
The postbiotic ADP-1 is an inactivated form of the probiotic bacteria Lactobacillus paracasei. Research has shown that ADP-1 is stable and delivers the benefits of the probiotic. In the toothpaste, it supports the cleansing process by targeting and clearing away unwanted compounds that can dull your teeth or cause bad breath.
What the Research Shows
- USANA Whitening Toothpaste freshens breath and offers a clean that lasts for up to 12 hours.
- It has been shown to visibly whiten teeth for a healthy-looking smile without using hydrogen peroxide. Tests from an independent lab found that it removed 78.3 percent of surface stains, relative to the American Dental Association Reference.
- Research has shown that after about eight weeks, using ADP-1 helped maintain balanced oral microflora better than placebo, to help keep teeth clean for a healthy-looking smile.
Individual results may vary.
What Is Inside the Tube
- Calcium carbonate, silica and sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) — mild abrasives that clean and polish teeth by removing debris and surface stains without damaging tooth enamel.
- Sea salt — gently scrubs and polishes teeth, and stimulates saliva to bring moisture into oral tissues.
- Aloe vera — soothes, cleanses and helps teeth shine by leaving a slick surface that is difficult for dirt or plaque to adhere to.
- Coconut oil — cleanses teeth and gums with lauric acid, a medium-chain fatty acid with unique properties for supporting oral health.
- Stevioside — a naturally derived sweetener extracted from stevia leaves that won't cause tooth decay.
- Menthol — refreshes breath and mouth.
- ADP-1 (Lactobacillus paracasei) — supports the cleansing process.
Why Fluoride-Free?
There is one ingredient commonly found in most toothpastes that you will not see here: fluoride. Many chemical-conscious consumers already drink fluoridated water and do not want to add more to their daily exposure. Using fluoride is a personal choice that is best handled individually between a family and a trusted dental professional.
Who It Suits and How to Use It
The Whitening Toothpaste is suitable for children 3 years old and over; children under 6 should be supervised by an adult. Use it morning and evening to brush away grime and food debris as you gently polish and remove surface stains.
Watch the Video
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This article covers the U.S. formula; formulas and availability differ by country, so always read your local label. It is educational only and does not provide dental or medical advice. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
