Dental Care & History : How Is Toothpaste Manufactured?

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Channel: ehow · 2009 · Howto & Style

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Toothpaste is manufactured by mixing abrasives, whiteners, fluoride, preservatives, sweeteners and benders together and packaging it all in plastic tubing. Learn how benders help toothpaste go from a solid to a liquid with information from a dental hygienist in this free video on oral hygiene and dental health.

Expert: Jennifer Salamin
Bio: Jennifer Salamin has been working as a dental hygienist for seven years. She is a graduate of Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Mich., and has been working for Dr. Brian Merkel since graduation.
Filmmaker: Travis Waack

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