Aquafresh Triple Protection toothpaste is a fresh-tasting toothpaste that helps protect against sugar acids in plaque, the key cause of cavities. Cavities are caused when sugars from food, drinks, and sweets are converted by plaque into acids that weaken teeth. It's our best Aquafresh cavity protection toothpaste - as you brush our great-tasting formulation helps deliver the optimal amount of fluoride required to strengthen the tooth surface from the inside out and help protect it against sugar acid attack. Directions:Adults and children 2 years of age and older: Apply toothpaste onto a toothbrush. Brush teeth thoroughly, preferably after each meal, at least twice a day, and not more than 3 times a day, or as directed by a dentist or doctor. Minimize swallowing. Spit out after brushing. To minimize swallowing for children under 6 years of age, use a pea-sized amount and supervise brushing and rinsing until good habits are established. Children under 2 years of age: consult a dentist or doctor. Ingredients: Active: Sodium Fluoride (0.15% w/v Fluoride Ion). Inactive Ingredients:Water, Hydrated Silica, Sorbitol, Glycerin, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Xanthan Gum, Flavor, Titanium Dioxide, PEG-8, Sodium Saccharin, Carrageenan, Polyethylene, Blue 1 Lake, Red 30.