Is it safe to make my own toothpaste

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Mixing sodium fluoride with regular toothpaste to achieve a concentration of 9000ppm or 1.2% by volume raises significant safety concerns. Sodium fluoride is recognized as a poison at high doses, and using it in this manner, especially from unverified online sources, poses serious health risks. The discussion emphasizes that such practices are unsafe and advises against them, leading to the conclusion that the topic is not suitable for further exploration.
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I bought some sodium fluoride over the internet and mix it with regular toothpaste at 9000ppm or until it's 1.2% by volume, this is the same strength as prescription toothpaste, I'd just like to know if it's safe. I know that NaF is a poison at high doses.
 
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"Sodium fluoride bought over the internet" is not safe, period.

Sorry, we won't help you hurt your self. Topic locked.
 

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