Atomy Toothpaste Plus(Propolis) is a mixture that is produced by honey bees from tree buds, sap flows and other botanical sources (thus the picture of the honey bee on the product packaging). Honey bees use propolis as a coating for small gaps when building their hives. It is also know as ‘bee glue’. Propolis has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years. Plaque (Anti-Plaque) cleaning effect. Prevents tartar formation. Prevents caries formation. Eliminates bad breath.