Crest Toothpaste

Charles of Southbury, CT November 7, 2009

I started to use Crest Pro-health toothpaste on occasion which caused my gums to become sensitive and bleed. I stupidly didn't think much of it justifying that it was a new product and that my gums were just getting used to it. I used it again in July 2008 and the same thing happened. This time the gum over my left incisor became particularly affected and bled off and on for a few days. Once the bleeding had stopped, I looked at it in the mirror only to discover that the gum line had receded exposing the root! I realized then what a dumb decision it was to continue using this product. I haven't used it since.

As a result, I had to have periodontal surgery done since my gum had receded five millimeters. My dentist warned that without this surgery, there is a chance that the tooth would fall out. I had to pay 1045.00 to cover the procedure since my dental insurance does not cover this type of work. I have requested a check for the amount from Procter and Gamble which I have not received. I have also complained to the FDA/CDC about this product. DO NOT USE CREST PRO-HEALTH TOOTHPASTE!

Rebecca of Arlington, MA October 7, 2009

Two weeks ago, I was given a free sample of Crest Pro-Health clean cinnamon toothpaste at my dentist. Lot #81692, exp. 5/10. Shortly after I began using it I developed a dry, numb tongue and noticed that my sense of taste was off. It felt as if I had burned my tongue, but I hadn't. Then, I developed sensitivity in my gums and what I now see are swollen taste buds on the back of my tongue.

It took almost two weeks for me to think back and remember that, at about the time this started, I had begun using this new toothpaste. I googled around and found people with similar complaints (and worse) dating back quite awhile. I have notified my dentist's office and am awaiting a call back from the FDA. I have no doubt in my mind that the toothpaste is the cause of my discomfort. I stopped using the toothpaste two days ago and still have symptoms. I have no known allergies.

Mimi of Shelton, WA October 5, 2009

I have brushed my teeth four times in the last two days using Crest Pro-Health tooth paste. The following symptoms began immediately after the first brushing and have continually worsened with each brushing: tingling, burning sensation, soreness, inflammation, and swelling of tongue, gums, and mucous membrane tissue of insides of cheeks and lips; and sloughing off of skin cells from cheeks, lips, and gums. Using a mouthwash, even the kind containing no alcohol, creates an almost unbearable burning sensation of all mouth areas described above. Today it is still painful to eat and drink, and I cannot even brush my teeth. How can this product have been let loose by the FDA to injure (and who knows what else--cause cancer or other diseases with its apparently corrosive or health-damaging ingredients?) on the American public????

Carla of Key West, FL September 21, 2009

About a month ago I decided to try Crest Pro Health Toothpaste. After a few days, I noticed my gums felt very dry - like cotton. Then my gums and tongue started to become tingly and increasingly irritated. After a week or so, I decided to switch to another toothpaste suspecting that is what caused it. My mouth was so sore - I stopped brushing for 2 days to give my gums a break. Since stopping, a lot of the irritation has subsided, but I still have the cottony feeling and eating/drinking still irritates my gums and tongue. I hope this is only temporary.

Mark of Tallahassee, FL September 7, 2009

I started to lose taste of my foods and the lining of the inside of my mouth started coming off. The only thing I changed in my diet or routine was Crest Pro Health. I was so convinced that it was the cause that I searched for the problem on here and tada...seems like there are several dozen people that already experienced similar problems.

I am heading to the store right now to buy a different product. I bought a bulk purchase of Crest Pro Health at Sam's Club. I plan to return it and let them know of my problems with the product. I am afraid of lasting affects. My food is almost tasteless. I am fearful of the damage is has caused to my mouth.

erin of sanford, NC September 4, 2009

i have been having the skin from the inside of my mouth peel off, this was realy freaking me out beacuse i used to smoke and all i could think was cancer! this isnot a sighn however but when i searched the symptoms i saw that this was happening to other ppl who were using crest pro health tooth paste. i have been using this product but never in a million years would i havr thought that toothpaste would do this to me! i have also noticed my gums receiding and i hope the damage is not to bad. i will be seeing my dentist right away and will no linger buy this brand!

Nat of Bellingham, WA September 3, 2009

I was bruching my teeth with a crest spinbrush pro toothbrush when I felt something funny in my mouth with the toothbrush. I didn't think about it much till when looking in the mirror I saw some blood on my lip and the toothpaste coming out of my mouth turning color. I opened my mouth to find a slight cut on the inside of my lip.I looked at the toothbrush, turned it off and noticed that the top round portion of the bristle was ajar from the brush.I subsequently rinsed my mouth out with water, then rerinsed with mouthwash to dissinfect the lip.

Sabrina of Ottawa, ON August 31, 2009

I bought Crest Pro Health Toothpaste, and within a week of use, I began to see brownish stains forming on my teeth. I have never smoked a cigarette or used any tobacco products. I do not drink alcohol; I do not drink tea or coffee more than once per week. These stains became increasingly prominent, almost a charcoal brown/black colour by the end of the month. I went online to see what could be causing it and found thousands of descriptions like mine from users of Colgate Pro Health Toothpastes and mouthwashes. I went in to my bathroom to verify the brand and product line of the toothpaste I had been using and lo and behold - it was Crest Pro Health Toothpaste. I returned it to the store immediately and wrote a complaint asking them to take it off the shelves.

Keith of Dyersburg , TN August 31, 2009

I started using Crest Pro Health Toothpaste and within 2 days my gums and roof of my mouth started peeling. It leaves me trying to get the peel out of my mouth all day long. This is NOT what the CREST(TM) name is built on. I want to know of there are other problems that will arise later. Was this product tested properly?

Gita of West Hartford, CT August 24, 2009

After reading many complaints about Crest ProHealth toothpaste I am having the hardest time understanding why it's not off the market or getting improvements. Maybe it works for some people. In my experience, the toothpaste peels off the skin of my mouth. I don't know if that is considered to be an allergic reaction. For some reason, I never got this with regular Crest or Colgate or Pepsodent or Aquafresh, AIM, etc.