Complete Scope Whitening Toothpaste vs Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and Whitening Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Peppermint, 2 Pack, 4.5 Oz: which is safer?

Where these two actually differ

• We flag Sodium Fluoride (ingestion risk in children), Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) sensitivity, Abrasive particulate (silica) and enamel wear and Artificial colorants and flavorings (allergen potential) on the Crest and not on the Tom's of Maine.
• We flag Heavy metals in mineral pigments or abrasives and Fragrance allergens from essential oils on the Tom's of Maine and not on the Crest.
• The Crest is Aqueous gel/paste with standard cosmetic additives where the Tom's of Maine is toothpaste base, mineral silica, essential oils, which is most of the difference in these two grades.
• The gap is 25 points, wide enough that this is not a close call, and the Tom's of Maine is the one to buy.