Guest guest Posted March 2, 2002 Report Share Posted March 2, 2002 I read your comment about fluoride's effect on you, so I checked the back of a new tube of toothpaste I had just purchased for whitening my teeth. There it was, active ingredient--sodium fluoride .15%. Maybe that's why I woke up with a sore inside my cheek this morning. But here is what I want you all to know. There's a warning on the tube that states, " If you accidently swallow more than used for brushing, seek professional help or contact a poison control center immediately. " Poison control ? Toothpaste ? I don't plan on making a meal of toothpaste, but if you have little kids in your house, they might. If you have such a product, please put it up high out of reach or toss it and get a non-poisonous formula. Poisonous Toothpaste ? What next. Good luck. Dennis Weird Triggers I find it fascinating that we all have so many different, odd types of situations that can trigger a flush. Oh sure, there's the usual: red wine, spicy food (and many other food sensitivities), hot drinks, overexercise, and too much sunlight --- but what about fluoride treatments at the dentist's office? Last time I had a fluoride treatment, I lit up practically instantaneously Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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