Hello Dr. Ayilola,
Thank you for bringing this to my attention.
Hereโs what you need to know about Triclosan in toothpaste: โ ๏ธโ ๏ธ
Firstly, Triclosan is an antibacterial ingredient that used to be added to some toothpastes and soaps to fight germs and plaque. It doesnโt cause problems overnight, but long-term use has raised concerns.
MOST BRANDS, IF NOT ALL, HAVE REMOVED TRICLOSAN YEARS AGO DUE TO THESE CLAIMS.โ โ โ
Some articles say it doesnโt affect the female reproductive system, while others suggest it might. Animal studies show very high doses can affect hormone levels, which could theoretically impact fertility, but thereโs no solid evidence with normal toothpaste use.๐ฏ๐ฏ
A few sources mention possible effects on menโs fertility. The miscarriage story might not be 100% accurate, but to be safe, itโs best to avoid it.๐
Also, itโs important people are careful with random online toothpaste brands promising miracles or claiming to be from abroad, lmao.๐
I was once on a Radio show (Nigeria Info FM) when a man called about a โ5Dโ toothpaste from Temu (very expensive) ๐ something Iโd never heard of and likely without the Nigerian Dental Association stamp. ๐ฏ
It might have unsafe chemicals, but I couldnโt confirm. So I told him itโs not good because he bought it to whiten teeth, and when I checked it up, itโs not good for the dental health.
My advice: stick to trusted brands, check the ingredients, and use a fluoride toothpaste like Colgate and many others to prevent dental issues. ๐๐พ๐๐พ
Dr Farouk ๐ฆทโ