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Is Fluoride the New Mercury? 10 Natural Toothpaste Alternatives That Are Playing It Safe
Whether it’s part of the tidal wave of new naturals taking over the beauty realm or fluoride’s classification as a neurotoxin (the same eyebrow-raising category that lead, arsenic, and methylmercury fall into) this year, there’s no denying that natural toothpastes are having a moment. Though it’s long been added to drinking water supplies and used […]
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7 Tips for Oral Health During Pregnancy
Note from the Fluoride Action Network: We add articles like this so that the advice given to pregnant women will be remembered. The Mother-Offspring studies by Bashash and others indicate that pregnant women living in communities that fluoridate the drinking water should be cautious in their use and ingestion of fluoride. These studies indicate that […]
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The chemical resistance and direct contact properties of polymers
Excerpt: … In the 1950s, Procter & Gamble had developed a ground-breaking and revolutionary toothpaste formulation (the first ever ‘fluoride’ toothpaste) to combat tooth decay but were hamstrung in its launch (which P&G christened as fluoristan) that was very aggressive and corrosive. The standard packaging system for toothpaste at that time was the collapsible aluminum […]
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Charcoal-based toothpaste ‘will not whiten teeth and may cause decay’
Charcoal-based toothpastes may be one of the trendiest dental products around, but new research suggests they may increase the risk of abrasions, contribute to tooth decay and actually fail to whiten teeth. According to a new review published in the British Dental Journal, those tempted by such products should approach them with caution because many of […]
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Cinnamon and liquorice – A wonderful herbal combo to fight tooth decay
“Liquorice has shown efficacy in the treatment of various oral ailments including dental caries, gingivitis and bleeding gums. In clinical trials, its use has resulted in significant decrease in bacteria causing dental caries and gingivitis. Clinical studies with an objective to find herbal treatment of periodontitis have shown that the phytochemicals of liquorice prevent the […]
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Don’t rinse after brushing and other tips for better dental health
Note from the Fluoride Action Network We include articles like this to document the recommendations that will lead to greater fluoride exposure, such as those in this article: “Spit, don’t rinse” and toothpastes for children’s with high fluoride levels. Unfortunately the authors don’t mention the risks for dental fluorosis. However, it is mentioned in their […]
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Home-care products for pediatric dental care
Excerpts: Fluoride additives For kids at high risk for caries and ones who always seem to have cavities, a fluoride additive to their routine is a must. Personally, I always start with recommending Act fluoride rinse (actoralcare.com). When presenting this product, it is important to stress that the child must swish for at least 15 […]
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Kendall Jenner Makes Oral Care Stylish with the Launch of [fluoride-free] Moon
Kendall Jenner celebrated the launch of Moon on April 23rd with the brand’s founder, Sean Neff. The direct-to-consumer brand is sold online. Moon’s mission is to elevate oral care, making it a “beauty experience” — and its black packaging looks stylish. Jenner worked with Neff to co-create the Kendall Jenner Teeth Whitening Pen. The Kendall Jenner […]
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Things to consider before selecting dental products
Excerpt: Toothpaste: Always use toothpaste that contains fluoride, which strengthens the outer tooth enamel our teeth, unless your dentist recommends a particular one. If you’re allergic to fluoride or have another medical condition then you can switch your toothpaste by the prescriptions of your dentist. While buying toothpaste for children, always look for a toothpaste […]
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FDA grits its teeth over ‘misleading’ claim, seizes Rs 5 crore toothpaste brands
MUMBAI: The state Food & Drug Administration (FDA) seized stocks of toothpaste worth Rs 4.69 crore from godowns of multinational companies GSK Consumer Healthcare and Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd in Bhiwandi over “misleading claims”. “Our officers in Thane seized stocks of Rs 4.27 crore of Sensodyne with fluoride toothpaste in different variants and pack sizes,’’ FDA […]
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