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Checking the Ingredients

One habit that more consumers need to adopt is checking the ingredients label on their products. If they started doing so, then they'd likely put away many of the products that they intended to purchase. This is because reading the ingredients makes you aware of just how dangerous they can be. There's a comfort in ignorance, but that isn't excusable when it comes to protecting your health and the health of your family. When it comes to natural toothpaste, there are a few ingredients that it needs to have and there are a few ingredients that it should definitely not include. Here are some ingredients to watch out for and some to look for.

1. Stay Away From Propylene Glycol

You'll often find propylene glycol in many different kinds of makeup and toothpaste. If you see this ingredient, then you should never buy the product. Propylene glycol is actually the active ingredient in anti-freeze. It's what causes anti-freeze to be so deadly.
Do you really want to brush something that kills all over your teeth and gums? Your mouth is one of the most sensitive and vulnerable areas of your body. There's a constant war of bacteria waging in there. The last thing you should do to your mouth is slowly poison it with propylene glycol.

Chasing After that Celebrity Smile

When you look at celebrities smiling, their teeth always seem to be naturally white and bright. However, there's nothing natural about it. The color of your teeth is actually determined by your health. This means that just because your teeth aren't white, doesn't mean that they're not clean or healthy. However, certain shades of color can suggest that your oral health isn't as well as it should be. Here's what you need to know about the color of your teeth and its indication of its health.

What are the healthy colors for teeth?

At conception, genetics come together to determine the color of your teeth. No one has a white bright smile naturally. Instead, they have a few colorations that are close to the white bright that is so popularly captured by celebrities in movies. 

There's an old adage that 'You are what you eat.' That sentiment may be truer than people realize. Certain foods that you consume can either have a great impact on your health or a negative one. Because oral health is closely associated with overall health, boosting your oral health is a great way to improve how healthy you are overall. In the time of COVID-19, it's more important than ever to take the necessary steps in ensuring your good health. Here are a few things you should know about diet and oral health.

The concept of brushing your teeth seems simple. You just slide some bristles across your teeth and gums. However, the actual practice is a lot more complicated. It can be easy to make mistakes that can result in poor dental care, bad breath, and cavities. Here are a few common mistakes that you may be making when you brush your teeth.

Oral health is an important part of every human's life. In your baby, it's even more important. You don't want to introduce harsh chemicals into your baby's mouth. Yet leaving your baby's oral health alone can lead to serious problems later in life. One method for cleaning your baby's mouth and keeping harsh chemicals away from them is to use natural products. Here are a few tips on how to clean your baby's teeth in a safe and natural way.

1. Use Biodegradable Gauze

A mistake that many parents make with their babies is waiting to clean their teeth until they start to sprout. You should still clean your baby's teeth even if they haven't come in yet. Not only does this introduce your baby to the concept of brushing, but it can also help keep their gums protected.

Take some biodegradable gauze and wrap it around your finger. Gently wipe it across your baby's gums to remove excess food and keep their gums clean.

Ways To Make Teeth Cleaning Process More Enjoyable

Your oral health drastically influences your overall health. Regular and thorough dental hygiene practices is your first line of defense of developing health problems that could negatively impact you for the rest of your life. Yet the act of brushing your teeth and performing dental care can become tedious and mundane. Here are a few ways that you can make it more enjoyable.