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Is toothpaste containing xylitol good for 8 month old baby?
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Baby paste: After the baby has first tooth , use a non fluoride tooth paste for infants. It's not a good idea to use xylitol containing paste
Answered 7/25/2014
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Baby toothpaste: It is great that you are brushing your baby's teeth. The most important thing is to use toothpaste without fluoride . Use a baby toothpaste or non at all for brushing the teeth. Xylitol is used in toothpaste as a filler in very small amounts. It will not harm your baby. In fact there have been several studies that show xylitol can prevent tooth decay in the right amount.
Answered 7/25/2014
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It is recommended: by dentists, pediatricians, and pharmacists as a cavity preventive toothpaste. Xylitol is an FDA approved product for all ages.
Answered 7/27/2014
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