Colgate Triple Action Xtra White Toothpaste is a mint-flavoured fluoride toothpaste that protects against cavities, freshens breath and removes surface stains. With 1450ppm fluoride, it sits within the range recommended for family toothpaste, so one tube can be used by adults and, in smaller amounts, by children.

Key Features

• Cavity protection: Contains sodium fluoride at 1450ppm fluoride to protect teeth against cavities.
• Surface stain removal: Polishing micro-particles remove surface stains from teeth.
• Fresh mint flavour: Leaves breath tasting fresh.
• Contains sodium lauryl sulfate: Worth checking if you prefer to avoid this ingredient.

Is Colgate Triple Action Xtra White Toothpaste suitable for children?

Yes, with the right amount. NHS guidance says children of all ages can use family toothpaste containing 1,350 to 1,500ppm fluoride, and this toothpaste contains 1450ppm. Children under 3 should use a smear, and children aged 3 to 6 a pea-sized amount.

Will it make my teeth whiter?

It is designed to remove surface stains using polishing micro-particles. It protects against cavities and freshens breath as well.

Does it contain enough fluoride?

It contains 1450ppm fluoride as sodium fluoride. NHS guidance recommends adults use a toothpaste with at least 1,350ppm fluoride.

Active ingredient: Sodium fluoride (1450ppm fluoride).

Ingredients: Aqua, Glycerin, Hydrated Silica, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cellulose Gum, Aroma, Sodium Fluoride, Sodium Saccharin, Anethole, Beta-Caryophyllene, Carvone, Limonene, Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil, Menthol.

Brush your teeth twice a day for about 2 minutes, last thing at night and on one other occasion.

Children aged 6 or under: use a pea-sized amount and supervise brushing to minimise swallowing.

The following precautions apply:

• If you are taking fluoride from other sources, consult your dentist or doctor.
• Supervise children aged 6 or under while they brush, and make sure they do not lick or eat toothpaste from the tube.