Important Health News Update:  May  2013

The FDA releases further data on Triclosan, a common ingredient in many household items labeled "antibacterial."  Our office alerts you to this fact since there are TOOTHPASTES that contain this ingredient. Please read the  following press releases by the FDA (ongoing since 2010)  and affliate news sources to determine how this review affects  products you may use daily.

http://www.fda.gov/downloads/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/UCM206222.pdf

http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/health/2013/05/03/popular-antibacterial-soap-ingredient-draws-fda-scrutiny/

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/05/03/fda-to-decide-if-common-chemical-in-antibacterial-soap-is-safe/

In addition, Wrigley has removed their ALERT chewing gum which contained caffeine from store shelves "out of respect for the FDA" who is investigating the danger of food and drinks with caffeine. The gum contained the caffeine equivalent of 1/2 cup of coffee in each stick! Check your children's pockets.....

http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/breaking/chi-caffeine-gum-wrigleys-caffeine-gum-spurs-fda-review-20130430,0,7747283.story

 We are  very proud to offer  a variety  of  natural  dental products, for children and adults, that do not contain triclosan, caffeine, sodium lauryl sulfate, peroxide, gluten, saccharin  or other harmful detergents.  Most of these products are also fluoride free. These products range from xylitol based toothpastes, rinses, chewing gums, oral/nasal  sprays and mints/candies to daily oral probiotics.  Call us if there are concerns about products you are using at home.

Our office is constantly in pursuit of technologies, methods and products that will keep your oral health optimal instead of treating disease. Now that's health care you can afford!  

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