Toothpaste is another one of those products that contain so many unnecessary, harmful chemicals. First off, this is a product that is internalized! Being that our mouths are extremely porous and we are ingesting small amounts of toothpastes twice a day, all of this chemical exposure adds up. And, children are even more susceptible to the harmful effects of these chemicals. Therefore, toothpaste should be made with the purest ingredients. At our start, while doing research on how toothpaste is made and the function of its ingredients, we found some pretty disturbing facts.
Now that the information is out there, we have access to the many studies and publications regarding how synthetic industrial Fluoride, which we have been urged to use on our teeth and drink in our water, may not be, the end all be all to dental/bone health. In fact, it has been recognized as a harmful chemical with many side-effects. However, many people are scared to stray from fluoride, thinking that, if they don't continue with it, their teeth will become weak and stained. This is not true! Even dentists and doctors are now touting the use of alternative ingredients to be just as, if not more effective than fluoride and much safer.
What are the components of toothpaste?
All commercial toothpastes contain an abrasive (which is necessary, but is usually too abrasive), a surfactant (usually, in the form of Sodium Lauryl/eth Sulfate or a counterpart, which is a toxic chemical), and a lot more artificial, chemical-laden colors, flavors, thickeners and fillers.
Here are just 4 nasty ingredients usually found in Commercial Toothpastes:
(1) A surfactant usually in the form of SLS (Sodium Lauryl/eth Sulfate), yes the ingredient that is used as an engine degreasing solvent! No wonder it has been reported to cause many known health problems, and according to the EWG’s website Skin Deep, SLS has been linked to cancer, neurotoxicity, organ toxicity, skin irritation, mouth sores, enamel erosion and endocrine disruption, (you had us at CANCER!).
(2) An antibacterial Triclosan, just a few of the negative side effects include the risk of breast, ovarian, prostate, and testicular cancer, preterm and low birth weight babies, precocious puberty in girls, and undescended testicles in boys. Read more on our website in our article about Triclosan.
(3) A sweetener, usually Aspartame which is artificial and basically turns into formaldehyde in the body which affects human tissue in detrimental ways. This isn’t shocking since formaldehyde is typically used to preserve dead bodies!
(4) This is a big one! Fluoride, while this is the only thing many dentists can claim as a tooth strengthener/whitener, more and more recent studies are finding that the bad outweighs the good. Most people fear that stopping the use of Fluoride will cause weak and stained teeth, because we have been convinced since childhood that we need it. However, findings are showing that Cacao, yes, from where chocolate comes. Cacao has been shown to have an amazing effect on the overall health and whitening of teeth. (Read more online in the many articles written about Cacao vs. Fluoride). No big shock, something natural beats a nasty chemical every time! And, You’ve probably never heard of it, but Hydroxyapatite, (HA) makes up 70% of our bone and tooth mass! It is one of the most widely studied materials for healing bone to date. It is able to remineralize the teeth by bonding directly to the tooth surfaces where they may be missing minerals due to erosion. It has recently been gaining strides in the fight against enamel erosion, cavities and other dental/bone problems by being used in toothpaste. Studies are showing that Hydroxyapatite may be a wonder, because it can do what fluoride/sealants claim to do, but in a safe and healthy manner. As you may know, Fluoride can be extremely harmful to the human system and is known to cause adverse health effects, and even more so in children, (who tend to use too much toothpaste, making them susceptible to fluorosis). Because HA is recognized by the human body as something that belongs there, it is safe. In case you thought all that wasn't enough, HA also makes teeth whiter, not by bleaching or chemicals, but by hardening the enamel which is the most visible part of the teeth, (even more so than fluoride). When teeth turn off-white/yellow, it is because the enamel is thinning and what is beneath, (dentin) is showing through, which is actually gray/yellow.
While conventional brands claim all these harmful ingredients are effective, we say, there are much simpler, safer ingredients that can do the job just as well, if not better because they aren't poisonous to people or the planet!
Our toothpaste is a less abrasive alternative to conventional and home-made toothpastes on the market, the ultimate oral cleansing experience! Made with minerals, gentle abrasives and probiotics that work together to clean deep into fissures where bacteria likes to settle and form cavities. Made with an all-natural and organic, orally and systemically beneficial blend of ingredients that will leave your mouth feeling clean and fresh, without any leftover, overbearing taste or film like conventional toothpastes. Our Ultimate Toothpaste removes oils and other contaminants so, your healthy pH balanced saliva is able to help remineralize your teeth (as it should). Also, with the power of Peelu, many studies conducted prove that Peelu is an excellent device for preventing gum disease and Hydroxyapatite which has been showing up in dental care more and more lately, because of its ability to bind to weak spots in the teeth and help heal and remineralize before cavities grow. Regular use can lead to strong teeth, which are more decay resistant and are not prone to sensitivity. And, of course, it does not contain Fluoride, Sodium Lauryl/eth Sulfate, Aspartame, Carrageenan, Glycerin or any other extra fillers, unsafe colors, flavors, preservatives or carcinogens!
At Mia Botanica, it has been our mission to replace horrendous chemical ingredients with naturally occurring, organic ingredients, that have scientific backing for safety and effectiveness. We are sure these ingredients do a better job and at no cost to our health! Even the dentist agrees at our bi-annual visits! We are proud to utilize researched, effective and all-natural ingredients, instead of fluoride and other common synthetic ingredients!
For optimal dental/oral health, we recommend brushing with our toothpaste twice a day and flossing daily, along with addressing overall systemic health, diet and regular dental visits. Remineralization happens when the gut is healthy, (i.e., diet) and bacteria is balanced in the mouth, hormones are balanced and you are getting the necessary probiotics, minerals, water intake and vitamins.
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