Crest Pro-Health is accepted by the American Dental Association for six different benefits: Cavities, gingivitis, plaque, whitening, sensitivity, and bad breath. Crest Pro-Health toothpaste contains two powerful ingredients: Therapeutic stannous fluoride to protect against gingivitis, plaque, cavities and tooth sensitivity; and sodium hexametaphospahte, a stain-fighting ingredient. Crest Pro-Health toothpastes deliver our most comprehensive protection for your teeth. Aids in the prevention of cavities. Helps prevent gingivitis. Helps interfere with the harmful effects of plaque associated with gingivitis. Helps control plaque bacteria that contribute to the development of gingivitis. Builds increasing protection against painful sensitivity of the teeth to cold, heat, acids, sweets, or contact. Crest Pro-Health is the first and only leading toothpaste that protects against sensitivity and all these other areas dentists check most.