Question 1

how much fluoride does toothpaste contain?

Accepted Answer

Fluoride in t'paste: Between 1000 and 1500 parts per million. Perfectly safe when used as directed. Chlorine is placed into drinking water to prevent typhoid, dysentery, and cholera. It's placed into swimming pools to prevent bacterial diseases. In therapeutic amounts it's helpful, in excess it's harmful but you haven't stopped drinking, cooking, and washing with tap water, have you. USE AS DIRECTED for help, not harm

Question 2

what are alternatives to fluoride toothpaste?

Accepted Answer

For what?: Fluoride is used to help strengthen the enamel surface of teeth, reduce sensitivity and help prevent cavities.  It is can be used in toothpastes, rinses, topical gels, etc. And both as an otc product and in higher concentrations as prescribed or dispensed by your dentist.  Discuss your particular needs with your own dentist for the best advice on this subject.

Question 3

can you tell me a toothpaste without fluoride?

Accepted Answer

Yes : 'tom's of maine' has some that are flouride-free.

Question 4

is toothpaste without fluoride bad or useless?

Accepted Answer

Fluoride is good!: Fluoride is a tried and true way of preventing cavities.  I recommend Fluoride toothpastes for those who are old enough to spit and up.  Xylitol, also a natural ingredient, is a plant-based sugar-alcohol that has recently been added to toothpastes.  Studies show it too can reduce chances of cavities.  Diet, still, is the #1 way to prevent cavities.  Brushing twice daily also is necessary.

Question 5

what kind of  toothpaste has the most fluoride in it?

Accepted Answer

Prescription paste: If you need more Fluoride then the regular toothpastes then you would need to see your dentist.  Your dentist can write a prescription for or can provide you with a toothpaste that has up to 5000 ppm fluoride.

Question 6

i am thinking about switching to a non fluoride toothpaste for my family. any objections?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Fluoride is essential in preventing carries and maintaining good oral hygiene.

Question 7

duraphat 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste, is this okay?

Accepted Answer

Dental care..: Duraphat is normally prescribed if you're a high risk for dental caries. It contains 5000 ppm Fluoride which provides greater anti-caries benefits. Consult with your dentist to see if you are a candidate for it.

Question 8

have the recommendations changed for fluoride toothpaste and babies?

Accepted Answer

Fluoride: Fluoride drops and toothpaste are no longer recommended for babies.

Question 9

is fluoride necessary in a toothpaste containing xylitol (emphasis here on controlling decay at margin crown edges)?

Accepted Answer

Helpful but...: Both xylitol and Fluoride in tooth pastes are helpful in reducing tooth decay but in different ways. Are they "necessary"?, no. They may be helpful. The best way to prevent tooth decay and have healthy gums is to brush and floss properly after meals and snacks and minimize sticky, sugary, starchy foods that cling to your teeth by choosing healthier substitutes.

Question 10

fluoride in water, toothpaste, is this safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes: At controlled levels, very safe. Fluoride in the water has drastically reduced the number of cavities in growing children over the years.  And if you brush and spit out, then fluoridated toothpaste is very effective and safe as well.

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