Curaprox Black is White Toothpaste, 60ml + CS 5460 Ultra-Soft Toothbrush - Activated Charcoal Whitening Toothpaste Set, 2 Count (Pack of 1)

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Thanks to such designed mixture, appropriate concentration of particular components and impeccable consistency, the paste has a dynamic effect on enamel, freeing teeth from plaque, stains and causing their gradual whitening. At the same time it remains completely safe for enamel.

When used correctly, whitening toothpaste can remove surface stains from teeth. Some also lessen intrinsic stains from within teeth. You can expect an effective whitening toothpaste to lighten teeth by two or three shades. Does whitening toothpaste damage enamel? A review in the British Dental Journalfrom early 2019 found that charcoal provides little protection against tooth decay, and there is limited scientific evidence to support the other health claims. In fact, adding powdered charcoal to toothpaste can actually make things worse. "When used too often in people with fillings, it can get into them and become difficult to get out," Dr. Joseph Greenwall-Cohen, co-author of the study from the University of Manchester Dental School, told the BBC. "Charcoal particles can also get caught up in the gums and irritate them." When determining the best toothpastes, we spoke with dentists and spent hours reviewing dozens of toothpastes from the top oral care brands. These experts include: Furthermore, as there’s always a chance of swallowing some toothpaste while brushing, certain groups may need to avoid toothpaste containing activated charcoal, including pregnant and breastfeeding people and those who take oral contraceptives and other oral medications, such as blood pressure medications, diabetes medications and more. While no studies have specifically tested charcoal toothpaste’s effects on medications, activated charcoal can bind to medications and change their effectiveness when swallowed. Your health care provider can help you determine whether including charcoal toothpaste in your oral hygiene routine is appropriate for your medical history. Risks of Charcoal Toothpaste Because of charcoal’s abrasive nature, charcoal-containing toothpaste may offer cosmetic and health benefits by acting as a scrub and potentially absorbing surface-level stains. However, a higher abrasivity doesn’t necessarily equate to healthier teeth.Anecdotally, I have seen this [effect] quite a few times over [my] past decade of clinical practice,” confirms Dr. Ladner. “Patients who claim to be using charcoal toothpastes present regularly with visible ‘thinning’ of enamel, which is the primary protective layer of a natural tooth.”

Nayak PA, Nayak UA, Khandelwal V. The effect of xylitol on dental caries and oral flora. Clin Cosmet Investig Dent. 2014;6:89-94. doi:10.2147/CCIDE.S55761Marrakchi S, et al. (2006). Sodium lauryl sulfate-induced irritation in the human face: Regional and age-related differences. DOI: So what does all of this mean? Before you think white toothpaste is officially a thing of the past, keep in mind that charcoal toothpaste products aren't evaluated by the American Dental Association (ADA), according to Prevention. Plus, the paste's power stops at its stain-removing properties. If your teeth are naturally on the yellow side, charcoal toothpaste won't do you any favors. There's a difference between removing surface stains and whitening. Surface stains, also known as extrinsic stains, come from the usual suspects: coffee, red wine, tobacco, and dark colored foods and drinks. They live on the enamel layer and can generally be removed with toothpastes or surface whitening treatments. Deeper, intrinsic stains are dark coloring that comes from within the tooth, sometimes as a result of trauma, weak enamel, certain types of medication, and even overuse of fluoride. Think of these as the underlying color of your teeth; no matter how dedicated you are to whitening the surface, a major lightening of tooth color can only come from bleaching treatments that penetrate below the outer surface of teeth.

Juurlink DN. Activated charcoal for acute overdose: a reappraisal: Activated charcoal: a reappraisal. Br J Clin Pharmacol. 2016;81(3):482-487. doi: 10.1111/bcp.12793 Your gums may begin to recede from your teeth, and your teeth may start to feel loose. You might experience bleeding or pain. With severe cases of periodontitis, you can experience significant pain, especially while chewing, and you could even lose a tooth. Then there are some other agents that might be beneficial, including Novamin, which bonds to the surface of the tooth to protect sensitive areas, and Triclosan, which some studies show is an effective antibacterial agent. Arginine or Calcium Carbonate have been shown to have some neutralising effect on plaque acids. But don’t get too caught up with revolutionary new compounds. Provided the fluoride content is high enough, which toothpaste you use is less important than how and how often you use it, not to mention how long and carefully you brush. Are whitening toothpastes worth it?Shanbhag VKL. Oil pulling for maintaining oral hygiene – a review. Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine. 2017;7(1):106-109. doi: 10.1016/j.jtcme.2016.05.004 Most fluoride-based toothpastes contain a concentration of at least 1,000 parts per million (ppm) of fluoride. For people with severe tooth decay, a dentist may recommend a toothpaste with a concentration of up to 5,000 ppm. Tooth powder is thought to have originated many thousands of years ago. Ancient people may have used ingredients such as myrrh, burnt eggshells, crushed animal bone ash, and oyster shells to create powders able to remove mouth odor, plus clean and polish teeth. Charcoal toothpaste is too abrasive for everyday use. Using a material that’s too abrasive on your teeth can wear down your enamel. This may make your teeth look more yellow by exposing the dentin, a calcified yellow tissue. It can also make your teeth more sensitive.

Sensitive toothpastes are designed to be kind to your teeth, and feature ingredients like potassium nitrate that alleviate sensitivity, so you can drink hot or cold beverages without grimacing and yelping. There’s no major side effects, but you may need to build up the desensitizing effects over a period of time. What else should I be aware of?Committed to the Join the Pipe charitable enterprise, Ecodenta supports the aim of providing clean water to developing countries in Africa and beyond. Bondi CAM, et al. (2015). Human and environmental toxicity of sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS): Evidence for safe use in household cleaning products. DOI: But that doesn’t mean you should ignore any dark-colored stains on your teeth. Speak with a dentist about the potential causes of the stains and whether you need to take action.