Stewards of Good Health and a Healthy PlanetTM
Inform Yourself
The more information you have, the better choices you can make for yourself, your family, and the planet. The answers to these commonly asked questions will guide you in determining which green practices are most important to you.
Commonly Asked Questions
What is an EDA-Certified Office?
EDA-Certified offices are Eco-Dentistry Association members who have taken extra steps to re-think every aspect of their business and procedures to ensure they are a part of the solution, and a leader in the transformation of the industry. They have met the highest standards of eco-friendly practices in three key areas of their dental practice:
- Dental materials & processes
- Office administration and marketing
- Office construction and furnishings
An EDA-Certified logo on your dentists' letterhead or door means your dental office is taking a leadership role! Be sure to commend them on their comprehensive approach!
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Why avoid toothpastes with SLS?
SLS, or sodium lauryl sulphate, is a foaming agent that is used in many types of toothpaste. While that bubbly feeling might make you think it’s good for your mouth, a 1983 study by the American College of Toxicology concluded that SLS actually irritates sensitive oral tissues. In some people, SLS aggravates or even causes canker sores. Read toothpaste labels carefully, and if you spot SLS on the ingredient list, leave that product on the shelf.
 Make it a double shot of mouthwash bartender….Not!
You might not realize it, but mouthwashes can contain up to five times the alcohol of beer. Some mouthwashes have alcohol contents exceeding 25%, which in addition to being dangerous for households with children, have other negative effects. Alcohol-containing mouthwashes dry the inside of the mouth, and a dry mouth can lead to bad breath, the very thing people use mouthwash to avoid. So read your labels, and leave the alcohol to the local pub.
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Save 90 glasses of water every day just by turning off the tap when you brush your teeth.
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"As a grandmother I am concerned about the world I am leaving to my grandchildren.
I buy organic foods and believe in driving a hybrid. I chose my dentist because she shares my values and commitment. "
-Cindy, Ashland, OR
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