MAMA KAREX toothpaste

• Higher fluoride levels could lower children’s IQ
• US court calls for stricter drinking water regulation
• Critics emphasize data uncertainties and the dental health benefits
• Reduce fluoride intake during pregnancy

_{Original article: www.focus.de}

• Kennedy’s influence: As health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is strengthening the anti-fluoride movement.
• Court ruling: A federal judge views fluoride in drinking water as a risk to children’s intelligence.
• Public opinion: Growing skepticism toward fluoridation due to health concerns.
• Debate: Fluoridation has historically been seen as a success, but there is now increased discussion about its risks.
• Health risks: Concern about negative effects on cognitive development.

_{Original article: www.nytimes.com}

• Kennedy’s influence: Newly appointed health secretary is addressing water fluoridation in the U.S.
• Fluoridated drinking water: 72% of the U.S. population receive fluoridated drinking water.
• WHO warning: Long-term exposure to fluoride concentrations above 1.5 mg/L can cause health problems.
• Cavity protection with risks: Increased fluoride exposure can cause dental enamel fluorosis and skeletal fluorosis.
• Fluoride during pregnancy: High fluoride exposure during pregnancy may be associated with neurological problems in children.

_{Original article: edition.cnn.com}

• Fluoridated drinking water: link between high fluoride exposure in drinking water and lower IQ scores in children
• Low IQ in children: the National Toxicology Program shows that water with more than 1.5 mg/L fluoride is associated with lower IQs in children
• Dental disease fluorosis: US authorities want to minimize risks such as the dental disease fluorosis, which is caused by too much fluoride
• Protection of the population: the report raises questions about how people can be protected from high fluoride levels
• Fluoride during pregnancy: pregnant women are advised to reduce their fluoride intake, as fluoride is associated with potential risks to brain development

_{Original article: www.theguardian.com}

• IQ report: Fluoride in drinking water can lower children’s IQ.
• Limits: Problematic from 1.5 mg/L; 0.7 mg/L recommended.
• Fluoridation: Used since the 1950s for cavity prevention.
• Natural levels: 0.6% of the U.S. population have water with ≥1.5 mg/L fluoride.
• 2015 recommendation: Levels lowered to prevent fluorosis.

_{Original article: www.newsweek.com}

The use of fluoride in toothpaste is particularly controversial for children under 6 years of age. Children in particular swallow a large portion of the toothpaste.

Due to the intake of additional sources of fluoride (vitamin D supplements with fluoride, fluoridated salt, etc.), the risk of developing fluorosis (white spots on the teeth caused by increased fluoride intake) increases significantly. For example, the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment points out that if a children’s toothpaste with 500 ppm fluoride is swallowed, just as much fluoride is ingested as, for instance, through fluoridated salt.

According to the new recommendations, the amount of swallowed fluoride can therefore double. The risk of fluorosis is significantly higher with toothpastes that have a higher fluoride content (from 1000 ppm).

KAREX relies on the tooth-related active ingredient Hydroxyapatite (BioHAP) in all products. When swallowed, it is simply dissolved in the stomach. Numerous studies confirm its effectiveness: Hydroxyapatite repairs enamel with every brushing, reduces bacterial adhesion, and thus provides effective protection against cavities.

Our tooth enamel consists almost entirely of Hydroxyapatite. That is why BioHAP (biomimetic Hydroxyapatite) is used as an active ingredient in oral care. The highly concentrated active ingredient also serves as a source of calcium and protects our teeth against bacterial acids. Numerous studies confirm the benefits of Hydroxyapatite in the field of oral care and prevention.

Numerous publications confirm the effectiveness of BioHAP in dental care. These include not only laboratory studies (in vitro) but also studies with test specimens under oral cavity conditions (in situ), as well as, in particular, clinical studies on patients (in vivo).
For more information, feel free to read the German short summary or the original study. You can get an overview of the large number of studies on Hydroxyapatite as an active ingredient in dental care by browsing our study database (usable without registration).

Due to hormonal changes, teeth and gums can become sensitive during pregnancy. In addition, there is an increased risk of cavities. Since increased fluoride intake during pregnancy and breastfeeding can have a negative effect on the child, it makes sense to avoid fluoride in dental care during this time.

MAMA KAREX Toothpaste is the ideal toothpaste for expectant or breastfeeding mothers. It works effectively against cavities and protects sensitive gums with BioHAP – without fluoride.

Fluorides are an ingredient in many toothpastes and mouthwashes because they have been proven to protect against cavities. However, a large number of scientific studies indicate that fluorides can have a negative effect on the child if too much is ingested during pregnancy and/or breastfeeding (LINK to study). Therefore, fluoride intake should be minimized during this time.

The active ingredient BioHAP in MAMA KAREX is at least as effective as fluoride in cavity prevention. In addition, BioHAP* has a positive effect on gum health and is harmless if swallowed. Therefore, MAMA KAREX Toothpaste is the ideal alternative to fluoride-containing toothpastes during pregnancy and/or breastfeeding.

MAMA KAREX does not contain any animal-derived ingredients and is therefore also suitable for vegans.

During bacterial acid attacks, BioHAP releases calcium, which maintains the healthy mineralization of the enamel and reduces the tooth-damaging acidic pH value in the oral cavity.

The bacteria in the oral cavity are bound by BioHAP and prevented from forming a biofilm on the teeth – but not killed.
In this way, BioHAP helps to keep the oral flora in its natural balance.