TQM-LIMIT ON CHARACTERISTICS OF A TOOTH PASTE:

LIMIT ON CHARACTERISTICS OF A TOOTH PASTE:

CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
1
Flavor
Non-irritant to oral mucosa.
Concentration should not exceed 1-2%

2
Size
Price
3
Color
Food dyes should be used.
4
Odor
Pleasant
5
Antibacterial
Xylitol:
Helps reduce the development of cavities.
Concentration should not exceed 25%.

6
Foaming
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)
Concentration should be as low as 0.5%.
Detergents used should be 1-3%
7
In toxic

-Sodium fluoride a toxic chemical used in rat poison.
Concentration should not exceed 1000 to 1100 parts per million.
-Propylene glycol an industrial agent used in car antifreeze
Concentration should not exceed 20g.

8
Cleaning Ability
Chalk based toothpaste
Concentration should be kept minimum possible.

9
Bleaching Characteristics
Common bleaching agents is:
-Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2)
Concentration should not exceed 1%

10

Plaque Control

Pyrophosphates stop formation of tartar by removing deposition of magnesium and calcium on the teeth
Concentration of Triclosan should not exceed 0.3%
11
Removal of surface stains from teeth
Baking Soda
Effective in removing brown and yellow stains
Concentration should not exceed 1%.

12
Enamel Protection
Flouride
strengthens tooth enamel
Concentration should not exceed 0.1 %.

13
Abrasiveness
Governed by particle size, particle shape, hardness and brittleness of abrasive particles.
10-40% abrasive agent should be used

14
Heat Resistant
Humectants
substances that help retain water and avoid paste decomposition
Glycerin used in combination with Sorbitol(70%) and propylene Gylcol
20-70%
15
Consistency
Natural gums and synthetic polymers used to perfect the mechanical and flow properties
1-2% binder used
16
Its color should not affect teeth color
Preservatives used should be 0.05-0.5% .
17
Stains should be removable
Components with permanent colors should be avoided
18
Freshening Effect