Triclosan linked to Cancer

If you have been keeping your ear to the ground lately you likely have read about Colgate toothpaste and the ingredient Triclosan.  Triclosan is used in Colgate toothpaste to combat gum disease.  The Daily Mail came out with an article August 11, 2014 informing people of a Freedom of Information Request that was filed, and finally approved, to find out the truth behind Triclosan and cancer.  

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2722289/Chemical-used-Colgate-Total-toothpaste-linked-cancer.html

Fox News posted this article on August 21, 2014 to try and downplay the divulged information: 

http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2014/08/21/setting-record-straight-about-colgate-total-toothpaste/

which defends Colgate's position but trying to calm the "storm" with repeatedly emphasizing safety of Triclosan.

In the end, the FDA and ADA are still on board with Triclosan (as of today's post).  It's important to read the articles for yourself and know the potential any chemical may impose on your body.  Each institution that writes an article on Triclosan or other topic will try and skew you to believe one way or another.  Again, read these linked articles and do more research to find truth for yourself and your family.  At some point I will likely write an article on another topic of growing interest -- Fluoride in our water systems.

-Dr. Cooper

859-266-2570

Cooper Family Dentistry

Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.

Toothpaste Allergy or Taste Sensitivity to Toothpaste

It's not very common, but sometimes I run across a person who has an allergy to an ingredient in toothpaste. And, sometimes I find people, especially kids, who don't like the flavor of toothpaste.  In the past I know companies have tried cinnamon flavor in toothpaste to remedy that, although cinnamon can cause irritation to gums and cheeks occasionally.  An 'old-time' recipe for toothpaste we recommend at our office is:

1 part baking soda
1 part salt

Mix the 2 together and wet the mixture enough to make it a paste.  This mixture also works well for inflamed gums, but remember is no substitute for visiting your dentist for a checkup.  Flavor is obviously compromised here.  But, You can find flavoring online at Ebay or Amazon, as well as in stores like Michael's that sell cake making products.  This is a way to make toothpaste that is effective and also tastes like pina colada.
If you have further questions about your dental health or need a checkup, visit our website or give us a call.

-Dr. Cooper

859-309-6052

Cooper Family Dentistry

Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.