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[-] Im_old@lemmy.world 4 points 2 days ago

The question is: does it make sense to buy toothpaste with fluoride then or can I buy one without? Just because my kids don't like the peppermint ones and other flavours are most of the times without fluoride

[-] insomniac_lemon@lemmy.cafe 1 points 2 days ago

For other toothpaste that still strengthens enamel, there is toothpaste with hydroxyapatite (which can be ingested, at least that specific ingredient). Though it is probably more expensive.

[-] tomalley8342@lemmy.world 1 points 2 days ago

Unfortunately hydroxyapatite is not approved for dental use in the United States of America.

[-] insomniac_lemon@lemmy.cafe 1 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

I mean you can buy it here in a normal store. So I'm not sure if you mean a dentist can't use/provide it, or if you're thinking about the nano forms of it.

Edit, just saw this:

the FDA regulates dental products like toothpaste as cosmetics rather than therapeutic agents for cavity prevention

Interestingly, many ingredients used in dental care, including fluoride, are employed off-label. This means they are used in ways not officially approved by the FDA but are still considered effective based on scientific evidence and clinical practice