Question 1

do i need to switch toothpastes during my pregnancy due to the sodium saccharin content?

Accepted Answer

Category C drug: Saccharin when used as a sweetener on a regular basis in pregnancy is classified as a category c drug. This means no human problems during fetal exposure are known but some animal studies are suggestive. When used with tooth paste the exposure is so small, unless you swallow the material, that any possible risk is minimized.

Question 2

how accurate are homemade pregnancy tests such as bleach, pinsol, and toothpaste pregnancy tests?

Accepted Answer

Not at all: there is no accuracy in theses tests.

Question 3

my period cycle is between 8 to 15 every month,did sex on 11/21/14 on most fertile day.tried toothpaste pregnancy test and color nt change to blue.

Accepted Answer

Toothpaste ?: Toothpaste is formulated to clean your teeth, not to confirm pregnancy. You'll have to visit your local pharmacy and buy a pregnancy kit.

Question 4

is it safe to use triclosan in toothpaste during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Triclosan: Triclosan is an antibiotic used in some toothpastes.  Discuss all medications, including OTC toothpastes, with your Obstetrician.  That said, unless your OB has a specific objection, any toothpaste from one of the major manufacturers should be both safe and effective.  Remember that for an adult, a pea-sized portion of toothpaste is appropriate, no matter how big a dollop they use in commercials.

Question 5

should i switch my toothpaste in pregnancy due to the sodium saccharin contained itn it ?

Accepted Answer

Category C drug: Saccharin when used as a sweetener on a regular basis in pregnancy is classified as a category c drug. This means no human problems during fetal exposure are known but some animal studies are suggestive. When used with tooth paste the exposure is so small, unless you swallow the material, that any possible risk is minimized.

Question 6

i'm 10 weeks pregnant and have been using desert essence tea tree oil toothpaste. is tree oil toothpaste harmful in pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Fine : You may use any brand of toothpaste that you like.

Question 7

is the bleach test or the toothpaste testauthentic for confirming pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Commercial test only: Don't use anything but a commercially available pregnancy test. These detect small levels of hormone in the urine and are very accurate. Anything else will be much less accurate, probably closer to a coin toss.

Question 8

i just aske about use of super white capsule during pregnancy? and not toothpaste.

Accepted Answer

Don't: Toothpaste is safe.  Otc dietary supplements are not regulated, and may or may not be safe to use during pregnancy.  Talk to your obgyn about supplements before you take any.  Talk to your dentist about preventing premature birth and low birth weight infants caused by improper oral hygiene during pregnancy.

Question 9

is a natural toothpaste made of baking soda, sea salt and organic  coconut oil effective in preventing tooth problems during pregnancy. ?

Accepted Answer

Dental Hygiene: Excellent dental hygiene including regular brushing 2 or 3 times per day, flossing ideally everyday and regular checkups will help keep you healthy during pregnancy. Due to the change in hormones, the gum tissue can swell and get inflamed. I would recommend at least 2 cleanings during the pregnancy, at the beginning and sometime toward the 5th or 6th  month.

Question 10

having lil spotting before 5 days of periods. am i pregnant? did home-pregnancy test with toothpaste and urine. its negative

Accepted Answer

Don’t guess.: Take a test.  they are the same tests used in a doctors office. They can detect a pregnancy 7-10 days after conception. The best time to take one is when you miss your period.  if you doubt the result you can repeat it in 1-2 days. If you were pregnant the hormone level would rise enough for detection.

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Do i need to switch toothpastes during my pregnancy due to the sodium saccharin content?

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How accurate are homemade pregnancy tests such as bleach, pinsol, and toothpaste pregnancy tests?

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My period cycle is between 8 to 15 every month,did sex on 11/21/14 on most fertile day.tried toothpaste pregnancy test and color nt change to blue.

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Is it safe to use triclosan in toothpaste during pregnancy?

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Should i switch my toothpaste in pregnancy due to the sodium saccharin contained itn it ?

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I'm 10 weeks pregnant and have been using desert essence tea tree oil toothpaste. is tree oil toothpaste harmful in pregnancy?

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Is the bleach test or the toothpaste testauthentic for confirming pregnancy?

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I just aske about use of super white capsule during pregnancy? and not toothpaste.

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Is a natural toothpaste made of baking soda, sea salt and organic coconut oil effective in preventing tooth problems during pregnancy. ?

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Having lil spotting before 5 days of periods. am i pregnant? did home-pregnancy test with toothpaste and urine. its negative

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