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Testing methodology
Every recommendation on DentalTested follows the same process, so you can compare pages with confidence.
Claims checked against research
We say what independent reviews and the ADA Seal support, and where evidence is thin.
A clear verdict
Each guide says who the product suits, who should look elsewhere, and what to check before you buy.
No paid placements
Brands cannot buy a review or a spot on a list. Partner codes save you money; they never decide what we recommend.
Kept current
Prices are dated, codes are updated across the site at once, and pages are revised when a product, standard or rule changes.
Where our facts come from
We use manufacturer specs and replacement pricing, the ADA Seal of Acceptance product list, Cochrane systematic reviews and peer-reviewed research for product types, and FDA and ADA guidance on fluoride and whitening.
What we check, by product type
| Electric toothbrushes | Brushing technology, pressure sensor, timer, modes, battery life, head price per year and ADA Seal. |
|---|---|
| Water flossers | Pressure range, reservoir size, tips, countertop or cordless, and tip replacement cost. |
| Toothpaste and rinses | Fluoride type and level, ADA Seal, abrasivity where published, and intended use. |
| Whitening | Active ingredient and concentration, application method, ADA Seal and sensitivity guidance. |
Hands-on testing versus research
A review carries a "Hands-on tested" badge only when our team has used the product, and it lists the date and what we did. Every other page is built from published specs, governing-body rules, the brand's own documentation and owner feedback, and says so. Comparisons are research-based unless marked otherwise.
Prices and codes
Prices come from each brand's own store and are dated on every review. Reader codes come directly from the brands we partner with. When a brand changes an offer, we update the code everywhere it appears on the site at once.
Corrections
If you spot something out of date, email info@dentaltested.com and we'll check it and fix it.