Davids Hydroxi Fluoride Free Nano Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste for Remineralizing Enamel & Sensitive Relief, Whitening, Antiplaque, SLS Free, Natural Peppermint, 4 oz, Made in USA

Love this toothpaste! Great fluoride-free option

What am I reviewing? I am reviewing Davids Hydroxi toothpaste. Primary reason selecting? I selected this primarily on the basis this has [nano] hydroxyapatite. What is the [nano] hydroxyapatite in Davids Hydroxi toothpaste? From my understanding, it is a synthetic of hydroxyapatite, in nano [very small] form. What is hydroxyapatite? From what I understand, it is calcium phosphate, a mineral that is an important component of human teeth – think enamel and dentin [which is below enamel]. What’s the idea of using this toothpaste? The idea, whether real or imagined, whether real science or not, is that the nano sized particles of the synthetic hydroxyapatite which is in this toothpaste might enter any defects in my teeth enamel and/or dentin and re-mineralize my teeth and possibly decrease any sensitivity. Okay, sounds good, what’s the issue then. It’s my hard look at the ingredients in this. Okay, what ingredients am I concerned about? To start, I am adverse to whitening toothpastes? Why am I adverse to whitening toothpastes? Because that’s all that seems to be on the market now, like this toothpaste, with a significant goal to whiten. So, what’s the issue with this being a whitening toothpaste? Because this has “abrasives” in the toothpaste. What are the abrasives? The very first ingredient is calcium carbonate [a limestone abrasive]; the fourth ingredient is sodium bicarbonate [baking soda – which is low on the list of abrasives, but still an abrasive] and then the sixth ingredient is hydrated silica [which some call the cousin of sand – it’s an abrasive. In hindsight, that’s too much for my comfort level. Wait, wait, wait, the listing noted the ingredients, so what’s the issue? I know, I know, but I wish the listing would have “pictured” the box, with the ingredients, I prefer that method of discovery, rather than print in the listing. The listing did not picture the box that showed the listing of ingredients – in hindsight, why not? Okay, this has abrasives, how much? The listing notes this toothpaste has an RDA scale of (101). What’s RDA? To my understanding, RDA, or Relative Dentin Abrasivity, measures how abrasive a toothpaste is on dentin. Since abrasive toothpastes can also wear down enamel—especially with hard brushing—it’s best to choose a low RDA toothpaste to protect your teeth. Where does this toothpaste fall on the RDA scale? The listing notes 101, which some argue is “High” on the abrasivity level, which starts at (100). To give a comparison, just the baking soda, alone, which this toothpaste has, would be a (7) on the abrasivity scale. What does the ADA consider this level? The 101 would be considered safe. However, for me, it’s too high. Oh, wait, what does the ADA say about this toothpaste? This toothpaste does not have the ADA’s Seal of Acceptance. What’s the ADA again? The American Dental Association. What issue does the ADA have about hydroxyapatite? The ADA does not endorse hydroxyapatite as a primary active ingredient for cavity protection, the do surrounding fluoride. Oh, yes, fluoride, does this toothpaste have it? No. This toothpaste, not having fluoride, is that good or bad? The reader will have to decide that. Anything else about this toothpaste I have an issue with Yes. What? This has Xylitol in it. So, what’s my beef with Xylitol? Xylitol has recently been the subject of a study – the reader can follow-up on this. However, I think it a negative. But this toothpaste is EWG certified? True, but I don’t think EWG is my arbiter surrounding the use of Xylitol; rather, it’s up to the reader to decide. So, why complain? Xylitol was disclosed. I missed that, until I read the ingredients on the box that this toothpaste tube arrived in. Okay, any other issues with this item? Yes, the toothpaste tube for this. What about the toothpaste tube? For me, it’s like the old toothpaste tubes found in grandma’s basement, it seems to be made of a metal, like aluminum, so, it is very stiff and at this price point, a key could have been supplied to use – no key was provided. Okay, so anything else? The tube is huge, but it seemed to have way to much air. I kept squeezing and no toothpaste, which is firm, not watery; the toothpaste was not being squeezed out until the tube was nearly collapsed. If left me feeling that I received very little product, for such a big tube. Country of origin? Made in the USA. Shelf-life after opening? (12) months When made? Unknown When received? Fall 2025. Expiration date? 08/2028 Is this perfect? Nope. Rating? I have no issue with the quality, but I think there is a lack of transparency going on here, surrounding not publishing a photo of the box which lists the ingredients and not acknowledging the new issue surrounding Xylitol, the lack of product in an oversized tube, that a key really is needed – and at this price point, could have been offered; and the amount of abrasives in this. I don’t care that this does nova have the ADA’s seal of approval. Further, the mint taste is a tad overpowering at first. Based on the totality, at best, this is a three (3) star product in my eyes. I hope my thoughts added a wee bit of information.

I’ve been using this tooth paste for over a year now and can use anything else! It has helped so much with sensitivity and I’ll never go back to any other brand. The flavor and smell is good. I do wish they still came with the tube key that helps you get the most out of it. It’s tooth paste so straightforward on how to use it. Foams like any other toothpaste and since I love the product I keep buying. I feel like the price is a bit high but it’s worth it. I like the simple design and packaging it’s not loud and colorful sitting on my counter.

This is my first foray into this type of toothpaste, so time will tell whether the nano particles are small enough to bond with enamel. The reason for the review is to help inform about the amount of product. Maybe this is typical but I felt that I had a good deal of air where product could have been. See photo of how much air I squeezed out before the toothpaste was dispensed.

This is very nice toothpaste. I liked the idea that it is supposed to remineralize the teeth, and the EWG rated it highly for safety of ingredients. The flavor and texture are pleasing. I imagine if I gave it 6 months to a year I might see some difference, however this brand does not choose disclose the percentage of Hydroxyapatite which apparently needs to be 10% in order to be effective, and it's on the rather pricey side. I'm not willing to invest that much money to 'prove' a product that doesn't disclose the percentage of active ingredient. I ended up purchasing a newer and totally different (and yes, more expensive) formulation of toothpaste that is supposed to drastically reduce plaque. I have gum recession and plaque tends to collect in the receded parts and kind of freaks me out. After using about 3/4 of the tube, I can say that it definitely does what it says it does, and I will continue to use it as I get myself ready for gum surgery. In the future I will probably try a hydroxyapatite toothpaste again, however I will definitely look for one that discloses and meets the ingredient threshold for the active ingredient.