Organic toothpaste?

[Ambros]

This is a strange request...but lately I have had a huge problem with my toothpaste triggering my gag reflex... I'm not sure if it's the flavor or chemicals or what, but it's getting to the point where I can barely brush without getting myself sick... Any suggestions would definitely be much appreciated...

 

[spinner]

I had the same thing happen! I have never had an overactive gag reflex, but suddenly I had the problem with toothpaste. I started using baking soda because it didn't do that and now I use Burt's Bees and I don't seem to have the problem

 

[duchess47]

I just use baking soda. I don't have a problem with that.

 

[AddisonRose]

I use Tom's.

 

[SusieSunshine]

I use Tom's.

Here is the web site.

http://www.tomsofmaine.com/home

 

[lindseyaz]

We use Toms too. I don't think it's organic but it's more natural. We also use Jason's toothpaste, I personally prefer it over Toms for my sensitive teeth. But the kids prefer the flavor of Toms.

 

[mala]

I use Dr. Christopher's tooth powder. I had receding gums, and the tooth powder tightened the gums up, and they're healing. Don't believe that gums can't regenerate, because they can.

Jen

 

[spinner]

Tom's was the one that was making me gag.

 

[lindseyaz]

I would try Jason's then.... I use the cinnamon flavor but they have others. Our local stores don't carry it so I get it from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Jason-Powersm...1365430340&sr=8-3&keywords=jason's+toothpaste

 

[Hickory7]

We make our own. Pretty easy. Lots of recipes online.

 

[Ambros]

I'll definitely try tom's and jason's...ordered from a company called Earthpaste a few samplers, only a hand full of ingredients so hopefully it won't effect me...even safe to be swallowed according to their site. From what i can tell its just clay, essential oils, xylitol, and salt. seems basic enough, i'll chime in when the samples come in and let y'all know how it turns out

 

[Ambros]

just thought i'd throw in an update here. got the earthpaste in and its great. not a single issue brushing my teeth now its quite refreshing. problem is, i don't have that 'fresh breath' feeling later on in the day that the chemical laden crap gave me...which i guess is ok, i can just brush more often...but for the most part, i am beyond impressed with this stuff!

 

[Kayak]

I'm pretty sure Tom's was bought out by one of the big corps, and the ingredients (of course) changed. I used it a decade ago, but stopped, and I'm pretty sure it's because they sold out.

Desert Essence with tea tree oil is good. Earthpaste is good, too.

 

[bartp40]

I also use Dr. Christopher powder.
I have been watching Yogi Cameron on 218 on Dish. He talks about using herbs based on your body type. He uses sesame seed oil and licorice powder.

 

[lonestar09]

I'll second desert essence toothpaste. Mint flavor especially the ginger one did not taste like ginger at all.
Tom's and Burt's bees sold out, I think it was to proctor and gamble.
Best price I found on the toothpastes was at : vitacost.com

(No involvement with them other than being a customer)

Their sale prices are great also

 

[psychgirl]

We make our own. Pretty easy. Lots of recipes online.

That's what I was going to say too. I don't "make" my own, but a couple of times a week use baking soda mixed with mouthwash to change things up as well as for taking off coffee stains. You can add fresh lemon juice, very sparingly, once in a while to the mix. Not much though, because lemon can be too hard on the enamel.