Low Tox Dentistry

Low Tox Dentistry

We believe many everyday products contain ingredients that are not essential to effective dental care. Wherever possible we aim to reduce unnecessary chemical exposures while maintaining the highest standards of safety, hygiene and clinical outcomes.

Clinical Environment

Air Quality

We believe the air you breathe is one of the most important parts of a healthy dental environment.

  • HEPA air purifiers in treatment rooms
  • Minimal use of synthetic fragrances
  • Good ventilation throughout the clinic

Water Quality

Clean filtered drinking water available for patients and families throughout their visit.

Sound & Frequency

We believe the sounds and frequencies we are exposed to matter. That’s why we play calming lo fi music throughout the clinic with gentle tones and slower rhythms to support a relaxed dental experience.

Dental Materials & Products

Dental Materials

We prioritise materials that align with our low tox philosophy.

  • Fluoride free and BPA free dental sealants
  • BPA free composite materials
  • Materials reviewed for BPA derivatives including Bis GMA and Bis DMA

Dental Anaesthetics

  • Custom compounded dental numbing gel from a local compounding pharmacy
  • Ingredient transparency requested from anaesthetic suppliers

Low Tox Floss

We use PFAS and PTFE free dental floss rather than conventional flosses that may contain fluorinated compounds

Lip Care

Instead of petroleum based lip products we use Egyptian Magic. Free from petroleum, additives, preservatives, fragrances and parabens. Rated 100/100 on Yuka, an app that assesses ingredient safety and potential health impacts.

Oral Care Products

We offer:

  • Fluoride free and SLS free toothpaste
  • Non nano hydroxyapatite toothpaste
  • Naturally flavoured products without artificial colours

Product Recommendations

Any products we recommend or stock in the clinic are chosen to align with our low tox philosophy and oral health goals. We prioritise products with thoughtful ingredients and materials while avoiding unnecessary additives wherever possible.

Reducing Unnecessary Exposures

Gloves

  • Powder free nitrile gloves instead of traditional latex gloves
  • Accelerator free gloves

Prophy Paste Free Cleans

We do not use traditional prophy paste during routine dental cleans. This avoids unnecessary artificial flavours, dyes, sweeteners and abrasive polishing particles while still achieving an effective professional clean.

No Routine Flavoured Mouthwash Rinses

We do not routinely ask patients to rinse with conventional flavoured mouthwashes. Many mouthwashes contain artificial colours, flavours, sweeteners and other unnecessary ingredients. We prefer to minimise unnecessary exposures while maintaining excellent clinical outcomes.

Disposable Bibs

We do not use disposable bibs during routine dental appointments. Many disposable bibs are made from paper, plastic and barrier coatings that may contain PFAS chemicals. By avoiding their use we reduce unnecessary waste and disposable materials.

Comfort & Wellness

Patient Amenities

  • Natural hand wash
  • Low tox hand cream

Wellness Gifts

Examples may include:

  • Oral probiotics
  • Fluoride free toothpaste
  • BPA free electric toothbrush heads
  • Beeswax candies
  • Organic loose leaf tea
  • Low tox skincare products

Our low tox approach reflects our clinic philosophy and product selection preferences. Treatment recommendations are based on individual clinical needs and current dental evidence.

Interested in low tox dentistry?

Get in contact with Dental + Skin Clinic and explore your treatment options.