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Suggest Fluoride Free Toothpaste

Posted on Fri, 21 Apr 2017

Question: Hello. A dermatologist recommended that I use a toothpaste without flouride as it may be irritating my skin when it comes in contact with it. Is this ok. Dont they help protect against cavities and tooth decay. Is there anything I can substitute? Thanks

Answered by Dr. Honey Arora (23 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No problems..

Detailed Answer:
Hi..
Thanks for the query..

If you use Fluoride free medicated toothpaste and maintain a good Oral hygiene and follow regular dental checkup every 6 months then you will not suffer from decayed teeth and you will be very much fine..

So do not worry and switch to Fluoride free toothpaste..
Along with it start gargling with antiseptic mouthwash..
Drink plenty of water..

You will be perfectly fine..

Please write back for more queries..

Regards..

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Honey Arora (26 hours later)

Hello. Thank you for your answer. Can you please recommend a good antiseptic mouthwash? Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Honey Arora (3 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Chlorhexidine containing mouthwash.

Detailed Answer:
Hi..
Welcome back..

You can take a Chlorhexidine containing mouthwash as it is good in antibacterial action in mouth..

You can check with the Pharmacy and get a good brand with main ingredient Chlorhexidine..

Hope this helps .

Regards..

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee