Why I Buy German Toothpaste Now

Hydroxyapatite toothpaste, an alternative to fluoride-based options, is gaining attention. Hydroxyapatite is a mineral that makes up most of our teeth and bones and has been used in toothpaste for cavity prevention in Japan since 1993. It’s also approved in Canada and parts of Europe. In the US, FDA approval for its use is pending. Though fluoride-based toothpaste are proven to prevent cavities, they raise concerns due to the potentially harmful effects of ingesting high fluoride levels such as fluorosis and lowered IQ.