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A member asked:
My cheek, jaw and forehead is very red and i am fair-skinned. will using toothpaste help?
5 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
No: This is a skin problem that cannot be scrubbed away. Consult a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis.
Answered 11/9/2012
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Toothpaste: Your symptoms do not seem like anything that toothpaste would help. I would visit a dermatologist or your primary physician for an evaluation.
Answered 11/12/2012
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Do not recommend: Tooth pastes may even more irritate your skin.
Answered 9/12/2013
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No! Dangerous!: Toothpaste is formulated to be used in your mouth, not on your skin or anywhere else. Can cause burn-like skin reaction. Please see a skin specialist, a Dermatologist, for appropriate care. DIY treatment usually ranges from ineffective to harmful.
Answered 12/20/2017
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