Whitening Tartar
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Is it okay to swallow about half of the foam from the toothpaste when you brush your teeth?
You know when you brush your teeth and it turns into foam afterwards? Is it okay to swallow about half of it? The toothpaste I use is Crest with Extra Whitening and Tartar protection and it is a fluoride anticavity toothpaste. What are the side effects if it's bad? Or any symptoms?
I meant is it okay for me to swallow some once.
Flouride itself is toxic in high amounts, but unless you are eating your toothpaste, it's fine. Experts make this stuff with the knowledge and expects that people, especially children, are going to swallow a certain amount of it. If you read the back of the box or tube, it will usually say something like, "do not swallow more than you would from normal brushing."
Just FYI-
Symptoms of fluoride poisoning:
body as a whole-
excessive salivation
abnormal taste (salty or soapy taste)
tremors
weakness
convulsions
respiratory -
shallow respirations
gastrointestinal-
nausea
vomiting
diarrhea
abdominal pain -
nervous system
shock
Also, too much fluoride over time will cause white patches or other discoloration of your teeth. It can also cause enamal damage and pitting. Honestly, though, you don't have much to worry about from swallowing some foam from normal brushing. Most cases of fluoride poisoning occurs from fluoride found naturally in some drinking water- usually not the areas where fluoride is added. The fluoride issue is a hotly debated one right now and you are going to find convincing arguments for both sides. I would have to say to err on the side you are comfortable with. I guess I'd just have to ask if you are still alive and well (with healthy teeth) with your current brushing practices. If you are still unsure, talk to a dentist AND a physician. Chances are you will get conflicting advice, but at least it will most likely be accurate so you can make your own choices.
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