Activated Charcoal Toothpaste Does More Harm Than Good When Whitening Teeth

Activated Charcoal Toothpaste Does More Harm Than Good When Whitening Teeth    

Its Abrasive Properties Wear Down The Enamel, Which Does Not Get Replaced    

Activated charcoal is a substance that can absorb toxic elements, which is the reason why it is used in filtering systems and to remove toxins from the body, such as in the case of food poisoning and even overdoses. There is now toothpaste based on activated charcoal, which is thought to remove stains in the teeth and to whiten them. Some people are considering it as a cheaper alternative to treatments based on peroxide. The truth is that it can remove stains, but also it is an abrasive that will wear down enamel, so the potential negative effects are way greater than the benefits, because, once the enamel wears away, it is not replaced. Therefore, if deciding to use this type of toothpaste, the activated charcoal must be an extra fine powder, and it must be used once a month because it is an abrasive. Also, prolonged use of this toothpaste will result in yellowish teeth, not white. The reason is that, once the enamel wears off, the exposed dentin is yellow. Also, it has not approved by the American Dental Association due to its insufficient clinical data to substantiate the safety claims of charcoal toothpaste. It is better and safer to whiten the teeth at the dentist’s office or to use one kit for whitening at home. Additional information click here.