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The Material Data Sheets label sodium fluoride as toxic if inhaled,
ingested, or put on skin. The data sheet goes on to warn people
handling fluoride to use safety glasses and gloves. In addition,

fluorides are considered more toxic than lead, and only slightly less
toxic than arsenic. Fluoride, used in many popular dental products,
enters your body when you brush your teeth.

Poison control receives thousands of calls from people with
concerns about excessive fluoride consumption from such products
as toothpaste, vitamins, and mouthwash. Fluoride poisons the
body, and can even be fatal.

Other options

There are many safe alternatives to fluoride toothpaste that are
equally effective. You can purchase commercial brands that do not

contain fluoride—an organic option from a brand you trust is a great
choice. You can also make up a batch of your own homemade
toothpaste—it’s easy to do, and it will save you some money.

Simply mix two-thirds of a cup of baking soda, one teaspoon of sea
salt, 15 drops of peppermint essential oil, and enough filtered water
to get the right consistency. This mixture will leave your teeth clean
and your mouth fresh.

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