Triclosan 6 Appears To Accumulate In Toothbrushes Over Time.

“The researchers say that the FDA does not consider mouth exposure to triclosan toothpastes to be a health risk.” Currently, the chemical “is found in toothpastes that are marketed as antibacterial, and Colgate is currently the only brand that makes toothpaste that contains triclosan.” Should people “want to avoid triclosan while brushing their teeth, the researchers recommend changing to a toothpaste without triclosan and buying a new toothbrush.” http://time.com/4995690/triclosan-toothpaste/