The Toxic Toothpaste
Here’s an article entitled The Toxic Toothpaste. Fluoride is rated as being somewhere in the vicinity of arsenic and lead in toxicity. That’s why the experts all tell you to use a pea sized bit of toothpaste on your brush. The commercials on TV, however, show a long strip that’s curled up so you can get more on the brush! Looks like they want you to use a lot, doesn’t it?
The problem with using as much as the advertisements show is that it can be toxic, particularly to young children. Yes, fluoride in tiny amounts can protect teeth from decay, but it’s very easy to get too much. This is particularly true in areas where fluoride is added to the drinking water. In fact, it’s a good idea to use a water purifier, such as a reverse osmosis unit, with any city water supply.
A special blend of essential oils makes a safe natural alternative to toothpaste. Make sure your brush is clean and soft. Add a couple of drops to the brush. This is best done by simply letting the drops run out, rather than shaking the bottle. Be sure to angle the brush into the gum line when brushing to treat or prevent gum disease.