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A member asked:
I have toothpaste that comtains sodium floride 0.24% and floride ion 0.15% i use like huge amounts when i brush my teeth. is swallowing some ok?
10 doctors weighed in across 5 answers
It depends: Fluride is poisoning if swallowed. However small quantities should not cause any harm.
Answered 10/12/2020
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Yes, a little is ok.: Swallowing a little amount of tooth is ok. If toothpaste is swallowed in large amounts it can be a problem. After brushing try to swish the toothpaste around a little and then spit out as much as you can. After that if you swallow a little it should be ok.
Answered 3/25/2020
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Rather not: I would recommend not to swallow, Fluoride is important for your teeth but only used as a topical agent not systemically. Therefore spit well the residual amounts.
Answered 1/28/2015
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You will be ok: Try next time use much smaller amount of toothpaste, the mechanical action of tooth brush is more important to keep your teeth clean. Brush at least for 2-3 minutes.
Answered 8/1/2015
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Try not to swallow: You will be okay, but as general rule, don't swallow toothpaste.
Answered 5/27/2016
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