To find the best deal, pull out your calculator and check the price per unit, and double-check the expiration date to confirm you can use it up in time. Buying in bulk will also keep your oral health necessities on hand throughout the year. If you have a warehouse membership, you can stock up on toothpaste and floss, usually at a lower per-unit price. 

Look for store-brand items. Most stores source generic products from the same suppliers as higher-priced name brands, so you’re often simply getting the same product at a lower price. Just make sure your toothpaste and mouth rinse contain fluoride.

Products that promise to whiten your teeth are usually too good to be true, and that’s the case with most teeth whitening products sold in stores. Stick with basic cavity-fighting toothpaste instead of the fancier options, which don’t actually have added benefits. Fluoride is the most important ingredient and is found in most budget-friendly toothpaste.

Although there are many ways to cut costs, it’s always best to prioritize your oral health. This is not an area in which you can cut corners and try to save money. Don’t skip out on visiting your dentist for regular checkups, which are usually covered at 100% and are already a bargain. And going to the dentist regularly could actually save money in the long run because dentists may find problems before they become more advanced and require expensive procedures.