Many toothpastes contain an ingredient called Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS). SLS is a strong detergent and has demonstrated in several studies to increase canker sore outbreaks and pain.Q Dr. Burhenne, I’ve heard that certain toothpastes can cause canker sores. Is this true? A Many toothpaste...
This ingredient is dangerous because the production of SLS results in contamination with a carcinogenic by-product. Studies on SLS have shown it can have many detrimental effects on the body. I like my suds, but not at the expense of my overall health. FD&C Blue Dye No. 2 That fun color...
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Herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1) is responsible for cold sores, and toothpaste contains a chemical that may suppress the virus. After the initial infection, HSV-1 lies dormant in the body until something triggers it to become active, and a cold sore develops. The toothpaste ingredient sodium ...
Fluoride: Perhaps the most important toothpaste ingredient is fluoride. Fluoride incorporates itself into tooth enamel making your teeth more resistant to acids produced by plaque bacteria, as well as acids found in fruit juices, soda (both regular and diet) and certain foods....
According to the Wound Care Society, the toothpaste ingredient sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) suppresses the activity of the virus. The society claims that if you apply toothpaste at the first sign of a cold sore outbreak, the sore may never appear or it won't last as long. Toothpaste on ...
According to the Wound Care Society, the toothpaste ingredient sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) suppresses the activity of the virus. The society claims that if you apply toothpaste at the first sign of a cold sore outbreak, the sore may never appear or it won't last so long. Toothpaste on ...