In the ever-evolving landscape of dental care, we are looking for natural and effective solutions. Today, our journey leads you to a remarkable enzyme - Papain Powder. Papain, derived from the papaya fruit, has been making waves in the realm of oral health. With its unique properties, it holds the promise of revolutionizing the way for teeth care. But what is the mystery behind papain for teeth? How does it work? Join us ,let's unravel the enigma and discover the hidden secrets of papain's role in maintaining dental health.
How does papain work on teeth?
1. Decomposition of dental plaque
A. Composition and harm of dental plaque
Dental plaque is a bacterial biofilm attached to the surface of teeth. It is mainly composed of a large number of bacteria, extracellular polymers secreted by bacteria, and food residues in the mouth. Dental plaque will continuously produce acidic substances, which will corrode the enamel of teeth and lead to the occurrence of caries. Moreover, the accumulation of dental plaque will also cause gingival inflammation and is an important pathogenic factor of periodontal disease.
B. Decomposition mechanism of papain
Papain is a proteolytic enzyme that can specifically recognize the protein components in bacteria and extracellular polymers in dental plaque. The active center of papain will bind to the peptide bonds of these proteins, and then break the peptide bonds through hydrolysis, breaking down the complex protein molecules into smaller peptide segments and amino acids. In this way, the structure of dental plaque will be destroyed, making it loose and easier to be removed during oral cleaning such as brushing or rinsing.
2. Inhibit bacterial growth
A. Bacterial growth and reproduction methods
Oral bacteria reproduce in a suitable temperature and pH environment by taking in nutrients in the mouth. The bacterial reproduction process involves cell division and the synthesis of various biomolecules, among which protein synthesis is essential for the survival and reproduction of bacteria.
B. Papain inhibit bacterial growth
Papain Powder can interfere with the normal physiological activities of bacteria. On the one hand, it can decompose some protein structures on the surface of bacteria, such as bacterial adhesion proteins. Bacteria need these adhesion proteins to attach to the surface of teeth. Once these proteins are decomposed, it is difficult for bacteria to colonize and grow on teeth. On the other hand, papain can also enter the bacteria and decompose some key proteins in the bacteria, thereby affecting the metabolism and reproduction of bacteria.
3. Cleaning the dirt on the surface of teeth
A. Sources and types of dirt on the surface of teeth
The dirt on the surface of teeth comes from a wide range of sources, including pigments in food (such as the colors left by coffee, tea, red wine, etc.), dead cells in the mouth, and other foreign impurities. These dirt will adhere to the surface of the teeth, affecting the beauty of the teeth, and also providing a good environment for the growth of bacteria.
B. The cleaning process of papain
Papain has a good cleaning effect on some dirt containing protein components. It can decompose the protein part of these dirt and make the dirt fall off the surface of the teeth. For example, for stains left by eating high-protein foods such as meat, papain can decompose the protein in them, making the stains easier to rinse off.
How to use Papain Powder to care for teeth?
1. Choose the right oral care product containing papain
● Toothpaste
There are many toothpastes with papain added on the market. When choosing, pay attention to the ingredient list to ensure the content and quality of papain. Generally speaking, the papain component of high-quality papain toothpaste is specially treated and can play an effective role in the brushing process.
● Mouthwash
Mouthwash containing papain is also a convenient choice. When using it, first hold the mouthwash in your mouth, agitate your cheeks and lips, and allow the mouthwash to fully contact the teeth, gums, and oral mucosa in the mouth for about 30 seconds to 1 minute. This allows papain to play its cleaning and antibacterial role, and then spit out the mouthwash.
● Oral gel or cream
This type of product can be applied directly to the teeth or gums. For localized dental problems, such as a lot of dental plaque on individual teeth or mild gum inflammation, you can use a clean cotton swab to dip an appropriate amount of oral gel or cream, and then apply it to the tooth surface or gum edge. Let it stay in the mouth for a while, generally according to the recommendations of the product manual, which may be a few minutes to more than ten minutes, so that papain can fully play its role, and then rinse your mouth with clean water.
2. Pay attention to the frequency and dosage of use
● Frequency
For toothpaste containing papain, it is generally recommended to use it twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening, consistent with the frequency of normal brushing. Mouthwash can be used 1-2 times a day according to personal oral condition. Oral gel or cream can be used 2-3 times a week if it is used for daily care; if it is used to treat minor oral problems, the frequency of use can be appropriately increased under the advice of a doctor.
● Dosage
Whether it is toothpaste, mouthwash or other products, the dosage should be used according to the recommended dosage in the product manual. Excessive use may cause irritation to the oral mucosa, while too little use may not achieve the expected care effect. For example, when using mouthwash, if the recommended dosage is exceeded, it may cause an imbalance of normal flora in the mouth; if the amount of toothpaste used is too little, papain may not be able to fully cover the tooth surface to play a cleaning and preventive role.
What are the benefits of Papain Powder toothpaste for oral health?
1. Effectively clean teeth
Decompose dental plaque: Dental plaque is an important factor in causing caries and periodontal disease. Papain can decompose the protein components in dental plaque and make the structure of dental plaque loose. For example, it can act on the sticky substances secreted by bacteria, which are the key to the attachment of dental plaque to the surface of teeth. When these sticky substances are decomposed, dental plaque is easier to be removed during brushing, thereby reducing the damage of dental plaque to teeth and gums.
Remove food residues and stains: After we eat, food residues will remain on the surface of teeth, and protein-containing food residues (such as meat, beans, etc.) will adhere to the teeth. Papain can decompose the protein in these food residues and convert them into small molecule peptides and amino acids, making the tooth surface cleaner. Moreover, for some stains caused by food pigments (such as coffee, tea, soy sauce, etc.), papain destroys the basis for pigment attachment in the process of decomposing protein stains, which helps to remove color stains on the surface of teeth.
2. Prevent oral diseases
Reduce the risk of dental caries: The formation of dental caries is mainly due to the fact that bacteria in the mouth decompose sugars in food and produce acidic substances, which corrode the enamel of teeth. Papain reduces the chance of bacteria producing acidic substances by decomposing proteins related to bacteria and acidic substances secreted by them in dental plaque. At the same time, cleaning the tooth surface also reduces the attachment sites of bacteria, thereby reducing the risk of dental caries.
Prevent periodontal disease: Periodontal disease is closely related to the accumulation of dental plaque and tartar. The decomposition of dental plaque by papain can prevent further mineralization of dental plaque to form tartar. Moreover, it can also reduce the number of bacteria at the edge of the gums and reduce the inflammatory response of the gums, which has a positive effect on preventing periodontal diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis.
3. Improve breath
Bad breath is often caused by bacterial growth in the mouth and corruption of food residues. Papain toothpaste can effectively clean teeth and mouth, reduce the number of bacteria and food residues in the mouth, and thus improve breath from the source. For example, it can decompose the protein structure of sulfide-producing bacteria that cause bad breath, inhibit the growth of these bacteria, and make the breath fresher.
4. Assisted teeth whitening
Papain's decomposition of stains on the surface of teeth helps whiten teeth. It can remove exogenous pigments on the surface of teeth, such as yellow teeth caused by smoking, drinking coffee, drinking tea, etc. In the long-term use, it can gradually improve the color of teeth and restore the teeth to their natural whiteness. However, its whitening effect usually takes a certain amount of time to appear, and may vary depending on factors such as personal oral environment and living habits.
List some toothpaste brands containing Papain Powder
1. Teeth Lab Plant Extract Triple-Action Whitening Toothpaste: Its whitening effect is attributed to the brand's original dual formula - soapberry fruit & papain enzyme. The soapberry fruit removes the attached color dirt on the teeth, and the papain enzyme decomposes the protein dirt, achieving a dual-effect cleaning and whitening effect.
2. SPLAT: Natural ingredient toothpaste from Russia SPLAT's professional series of toothpaste contains natural enzyme papain to decompose protein plaques, and zinc ions and natural antibacterial agent thymol work together to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria that cause bad breath.
3. DR.LM: DR.LM's probiotic whitening tooth powder is added with papain, which has the effect of whitening teeth. It can effectively remove yellow stains and smoke stains on teeth, refresh the mouth, and restore the teeth to natural whiteness.
Summarize
Papain Powder plays an important role in dental care. It can be seen from the many toothpaste products containing papain that it is effective in cleaning teeth and preventing dental caries. Whether it is Japan's Teeth Lab plant extract three-in-one whitening toothpaste, or the natural ingredient toothpaste from Russia, SPLAT's professional series toothpaste, etc., all utilize the unique effect of papain.
At the same time, we also learned how to use papain to care for teeth. We can choose toothpaste, oral cleaning products, etc. containing papain, and use them correctly. In addition, in addition to using these products for daily dental care, you should also maintain good oral hygiene habits, such as brushing your teeth twice a day, using dental floss, etc.
In short, papain provides an effective choice for our dental care, allowing us to pay more attention to oral health and have white and healthy teeth.
JOYWIN founded in 2013 is an innovation-driven biotechnology company. We provide the manufacture of plant extracts, plant proteases, and customized products. If you want to know more about Papain Powder or are interested in purchasing it, you can send an email to contact@joywinworld.com. We will reply to you as soon as possible after we see the message.