You wouldn’t get the same benefits and baking soda in high amounts can cause gum irritation. You can try it though and see if you like it!

Just herbs, baking soda and calcium?

Would that be effective? I am wondering if I can make a powder version of the remineralizing toothpaste recipe on this website (sans clay). Thanks!

Yes, you would use it instead of toothpaste.

Katie’s brand Wellnesse uses hydroxapatite. If you want a DIY option you could try adding some of this to the toothpaste recipe. https://www.amazon.com/Now-Supplements-Calcium-Hydroxyapatite-Capsules/dp/B000I4DLJK?th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=wellnessmama-20&linkId=459cdcdda89b7367065cc44f36bf94f2&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

This tooth powder is safe for kids, but you can always clear it with your child’s natural healthcare provider if unsure.

This is just my personal experience, but may help someone. I suggest that anyone using Xylitol research the “rare” side effect it can have on the GI system. After 10 years of using 37% Xylitol toothpaste and “mints” for dry mouth, I was reading an article about dental care and there it was, a mere side note about this. I had had IBS for many years, afraid to leave my house because of episodes of diarrheal incontinence. After reading about the Xylitol, I threw out everything in my house that has Xylitol in it. Within two days, and this was April of 2023, the diarrhea stopped. I mean STOPPED. It is, I believe, one of many sugar substitutes on the Monash University list of FODMAP foods that those with IBS are using to help track down the cause of their GI problems such as diarrhea, pain, and also constipation. (FODMAP=fermentable oligosaccharides, dissaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols)

It does help strengthen teeth, but it can be left out if desired.

That does make a lot of sense. I bought a more finely ground powder and I am going to try that. But I will say, after using the powder for two weeks now, my teeth look and feel so much cleaner. And oddly enough, they stay cleaner throughout the day. This is, I am assuming, is due to the “remineralizing” affects for my enamel. AND the clove and cinnamon keeps my breath fresh all day, even through drinking coffee. Great recipe!

All baking soda is naturally aluminum free. Some baking powders however have added aluminum. And this article explains more about the bentonite clay. https://wellnessmama.com/natural-home/lead-in-bentonite-clay/

With the tooth powder it helps to use a freshly rinsed brush to clean any particles off of teeth and gums. Often rinsing alone won’t get rid of it all. If someone has more porous gums then the powder could also stick more. There shouldn’t be pieces of leaves though as they should be finely ground.

We’re working out the kinks with a technical issue, but in the meantime here’s the link to what Katie recommends https://www.amazon.com/Health-Garden-Xylitol-Sweetener%EF%BB%BF-Natural/dp/B00IMS0CZA?&linkCode=ll1&tag=wellnessmama-20&linkId=62b0662040ce37302e4ebbc974893a89&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

I am curious, I had mold exposure and became allergic to coconut too. Can you tell me if yall have been also exposed to mold? that maybe this is a similar allergy from the mold exposure?