In Focus - Children's Tooth Gel

With an ever increasing focus on natural products, from food, to cleaning products to skin care, these days people are focusing more on the natural alternatives available to them and this is even more prominent with parents wanting the very best toxin free products for their children.

This week bubs about town partner Angie, an avid natural product user brings us her choice in toothpaste for children.

As babies start to get their teeth we know that we should start introducing healthy habits sooner rather than later in the hope that these will continue when babies turn into children, hopefully continuing this routine without any tears or tantrums. Unfortunately, baby toothpastes are often found to contain unnecessary amounts of fluoride, this can worry parents especially if your child does not spit them out causing them regularly to ingest the fluoride which can later cause problems with not only their baby teeth but also their adult teeth.

So, when the wet face washer is no longer enough to keep those new little milk teeth clean here is a natural way to go about it……

Weleda’s Children’s Tooth Gel has been especially developed for children to provide natural care for their milk teeth and to also maintain their natural balance of flora. The tooth gel is made entirely of natural ingredients so it does not matter how much of the gel a child swallows, they will have no undesired side effects thanks to the toothpaste’s natural composition. The various essential oils have a taste and fragrance that most children find delicious and the bright orange colour from the carotenoids in calendula help to make teeth-brushing a fun time for children.

How it works: -

The ingredients contain a cleaning agent called silica; this mineral cleans the teeth gently yet thoroughly, without affecting the enamel on the milk teeth. The calendula extract keeps gums healthy and the toothpaste does not contain any fluoride, because sufficient amounts of this can be obtained from food and water. However, if the use of fluoride is necessary in individual situations, it is best to introduce this safely with the advice your own dentist. Daily brushing with Children’s Tooth Gel removes plaque and protects teeth against decay in a natural way so it is safe for babies and children from the day they grow their first tooth.

What is in Children’s Tooth Gel?

Calendula extract prevents inflammation and helps keep the mucous membranes healthy;
Alginate from algae is used as a thickening agent;
Water is used as a thinning agent;
Glycerin, prepared from plant-based oils, it gives the product its consistency and makes the substance glossy;
Silicea from quartz gently, yet thoroughly cleanses the teeth;
Aesculin from horse chestnuts has an astringent strengthening effect on the gums as well as anti-decay properties;
This combination of natural essential oils, including essential oil of spearmint and fennel oil, gives a fresh fragrance and also has a preserving effect.

This product can be found at most local health stores. Happy brushing!

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