Fluoride, a naturally occuring mineral found in many foods and water, has been a primary ingredient in toothpaste since the 1970s. Despite being widely regarded as safe by the Food and Drug ...

Hydrofluorosilicic acid is an additive used to fluoridate community water supplies in the U.S. Like many chemicals, it is caustic in its concentrated form. But it never reaches consumers, and the ...

While the debate around fluoride continues, many are considering switching their fluoride toothpastes to alternatives that include the popular ingredient nano-hydroxyapatite. "As ingredient labels ...

Many of us brush our teeth a few times a day, but do we really know what's in toothpaste? Consumer Reports goes inside the tube to reveal the toothpaste ingredients to look out for. If you have an ...

Check your toothpaste's ingredient list, because experts say one could be harmful to your health. According to Consumer Reports, the one ingredient you don't want in your toothpaste is triclosan. If ...

DALLAS — When it comes to toothpaste, the choices can be overwhelming. It turns out, a lot of what's out there might not even be good for us. “When we see something that’s over-the-counter, we think ...

According to Consumer Reports, the one ingredient you don't want in your toothpaste is triclosan. If you have an older tube of Colgate Total, it may contain it. If so, toss it. While the antibacterial ...