Dental Gel and Dental Gel Plus Frequently Asked Questions

What's different about your Dental Gel and Dental Gel Plus? - Our Dental Gel is one of the very few natural dentifrices available in gel form rather than paste or powder. Our Dental Gel Plus is one of the very few truly whitening dentifrices available and uses an ingredient dentists use to whiten teeth. Both contain ingredients known to support healthy teeth and gums. Both are free of fluoride, which has stirred some controversy due to its toxicity.

Why are you using sorbitol in your NutriBiotic Dental Gel? I've heard some negative things about it. - Sorbitol is an all-natural derivative of fruits and berries. It is considered to be a sugar, similar to glycerin, and in cosmetic and personal care formulations it is often used instead of glycerin. Sorbitol has also been used as a sweetener in place of sugar (sucrose) in diabetic/dietetic foods. Sorbitol is also used medicinally in intravenous solution to regulate the water balance in the body. While sorbitol can potentially cause diarrhea when consumed in large quantities (20 grams or more, approximately one heaping tablespoon), this is not likely to happen while brushing one's teeth. A search of the FDAs toxicology databank turned up no reports of toxicity whatsoever.

Will the Dental Gel Plus really whiten my teeth? - Yes, Dental Gel Plus is a teeth whitening product made with the superior ingredient that dentists use to whiten teeth, carbamide peroxide (or dental peroxide). For best results, brush teeth at least twice a day. Results can be seen in about 30 days.

How does Dental Gel Plus work? - Dental Gel Plus removes most stains with a gentle action that whitens teeth. As the active ingredient in the gel(carbamide peroxide) is broken down and oxygen acts upon the stained organic deposits, this oxidizes them into a white color. This process makes the overall teeth color closer to their natural unstained color. The structure of the teeth remains unchanged.

Is your Dental Gel and Dental Gel Plus safe for use on dental work? I have porcelain caps. - Yes, our Dental Gel and Dental Gel Plus are safe for use on all dental work.

Is your Dental Gel and Dental Gel Plus safe for children to use? - It is safe for children over the age of two years. Since there is no fluoride, there is no possibility of toxicity due to swallowing the gel.

What benefits does your Dental Gel and Dental Gel Plus offer that other natural toothpastes don't? - The first and foremost benefit of the Dental Gel Plus is the truly whitening effect of carbamide peroxide. Also, both the Dental Gel and Dental Gel Plus offer the benefits of Grapefruit Seed Extract and the health enhancing action of vitamins C and E. The action of these ingredients stimulates production of healthy mouth tissue and "fights the germs that cause bad breath" without alcohol or other harmful ingredients.

What exactly is Golden Peppermint flavor in the Dental Gel? - It's a description for the Lemon-Mint flavor of the product.