Top 10 Toxic Ingredients in Your Toothpaste and Mouthwash

Last Updated on January 7, 2021

Alcohol is used by the most popular oral care brands due to its inexpensive way to provide that tingling sensation which involves the good feeling in your mouth. But, in fact, alcohol is a strong antibacterial agent that destroys the bad bacteria in your mouth along with the good.

Furthermore, alcohol is a drying agent that may result in dry mouth, an uncomfortable and painful condition. It’s also a known cancer-causing element that was shown to contribute to a higher risk of development of oral cancer. ADA (the American Dental Association) recommends avoiding mouthwashes that have alcohol.

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#8 – Artificial Dyes

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Nadia Kiderman

The artificial dyes found in mouthwashes can actually stain your teeth over the long term, reducing the natural whiteness of your beautiful smile. In fact, commonly used dyes, including FD&C Blue No. 1, D&C Yellow No. 10, and FD&C Green No. 3 have been found to be toxic to living cells.

In other words, imagine placing a little bit of paint in your mouth. All artificial dyes lead to a really unnecessary issue for your liver, which should deal with all the hard processing.

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#9 – Artificial Preservatives

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Livestrong.com

Artificial preservatives including ethyl paraben, methyl paraben, and sodium benzoate are used to prolong the life of many top selling types of mouthwash. The real danger is that they have been shown to be both cytotoxic and carcinogenic.

While there is overwhelming research to support the dangers of these ingredients, why do major oral care brands continue to use them? Money seems to be the answer! Actually, ingredients such as alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, and the dyes and preservatives are inexpensive to formulate while offering the desired effect.

The bad news for consumers is that it can take several years before side effects from the toxic ingredients in these products can show up, making it quite impossible to relate the symptoms to the actual cause. Over time, the liver can become tired and stop functioning properly, leading to new health problems.

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