Orajel Dental Gel, 5.3 g (Pack of 1)

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Bozhena Fisher, DDS, a board-certified pediatric dentist and a mother, tells Verywell Family that parents should pay attention to ingredients. “I recommend toothpaste that is more natural and has no artificial colors or flavors,” says Dr. Fisher. Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies. You have had an allergic reaction to benzocaine or any of the ingredients in the gel particularly sorbic acid. An allergic reaction may include a rash, stinging, swelling or itching. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of benzocaine topical applied to the skin can cause life-threatening side effects such as uneven heartbeats, seizure (convulsions), coma, slowed breathing, or respiratory failure (breathing stops). What should I avoid while using Orajel? Orajel used in the mouth may cause a condition in which the oxygen in your body tissues can become dangerously low. This is a potentially fatal condition called methemoglobinemia (met-HEEM-oh glo-bin-EE-mee-a). Do not use this medicine if you have ever had methemoglobinemia.

When brushing your toddler’s teeth, the last thing you want is for them to suffer from some sort of reaction. Grace Yum, DDS, mother and board-certified pediatric dentist, advises parents against using a toothpaste that contains abrasives (e.g., calcium carbonate), which are good for removing stains and debris but can be too strong for a toddler’s enamel. Kapadia J. Effect of Sugar-Free and Regular Toothpaste on Salivary Glucose and pH among Type 2 Diabetes- A Randomized Crossover Trial. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. 2017. doi:10.7860/jcdr/2017/25580.10250 Orajel toothpaste is formulated with liquid calcium unique technology and is clinically proven to relieve dental pain caused by sensitivity while effectively removing plaque and leaving your breath minty fresh. You have been told by your doctor that you have difficulty converting a component of your blood called methaemoglobin to haemoglobin. Please don’t be worried. Most people taking this medicine will not experience any problems.If you prefer to avoid fluoride, the next best alternative is xylitol. According to the California Dental Association, xylitol may help prevent cavities because it can reduce the bacteria that cause them. However, xylitol must be used more often and in larger quantities than fluoride to be effective, and more research is needed to fully understand its benefits. Rochman, C., Kross, S., Armstrong, J., Bogan, M., Darling, E., Green, S., Smyth, A. and Veríssimo, D. Scientific Evidence Supports a Ban on Microbeads. Environmental Science & Technology. 2015; 49(18), pp.10759-10761. doi:10.1021/acs.est.5b03909 Khairnar M, Pawar B, Marawar P, Mani A. Evaluation of Calendula officinalis as an anti-plaque and anti-gingivitis agent. J Indian Soc Periodontol. 2013;17(6):741. doi:10.4103/0972-124x.124491

Nasem Dunlop, DDS, a board-certified pediatric dentist at Treehouse Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics in Foothill Ranch, California An overdose of benzocaine can cause fatal side effects if too much of the medicine is absorbed through your skin and into your blood. Use the smallest amount needed. American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs. Fluoride toothpaste use for young children. The Journal of the American Dental Association. 2014; 145(2):190-191. doi:10.14219/jada.2013.47Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing.

This is a medicine; Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.Make sure it is safe for you to apply Orajel® Dental Gel. If you answer yes to any of the following questions, or you are unsure, talk to your pharmacist, doctor or dentist: Use the smallest amount needed to numb the skin or relieve pain. Do not use large amounts of Orajel. Do not cover treated skin areas with plastic wrap without medical advice. GET EMERGENCY MEDICAL HELP IF YOU HAVE SYMPTOMS OF METHEMOGLOBINEMIA: headache, tired feeling, confusion, fast heart rate, and feeling light-headed or short of breath, with a pale, blue, or gray appearance of your skin, lips, or fingernails. Grace Yum, DDS, a board-certified pediatric dentist and founder and CEO of Mommy Dentists in Business in Chicago Sodium bicarbonate, PEG/PPG-38/8 Copolymer, Calcium sulfate, PEG/PPG-116/66 Copolymer, Silica, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Aroma, Sodium Saccharin, Dipotassium Phosphate, PEG-8, Chondrus Crispus Powder, Sodium Fluoride, Limonene.