There's a new trend for making teeth appear whiter: charcoal toothpaste. Charcoal in toothpaste is supposed to visually whiten teeth. Advertised by numerous manufacturers as a natural whitener, the question always arises whether the black powder can really help to naturally whiten teeth, or if activated charcoal can even have health consequences.
Activated charcoal works like a sponge. It can absorb toxins and bacteria and bind them to itself. This is supposed to make teeth radiate more brightly. However, activated charcoal cannot distinguish between harmful and healthy bacteria. Even beneficial bacteria are removed during brushing.
Powder or Capsules for Whitening by Abrasion
Activated charcoal is available in powder form, as capsules, or as enriched toothpaste. While it is said that activated charcoal binds dirt particles and bacteria, it actually works by abrasion due to its coarse structure. The coarse grains act like sandpaper: they scrub discolorations off the teeth through abrasion and often irritate the gums.
After the first few applications, the teeth do indeed appear brighter. However, long-term use means that activated charcoal roughens the tooth surface and enamel. This makes it much easier for plaque and color pigments to adhere. Activated charcoal is therefore suspected of making teeth more susceptible to dental problems and discoloration.
If you use charcoal toothpaste, the abrasion is not as strong as with capsules or powder, but you should still be careful and clean your teeth very cautiously with activated charcoal. Although activated charcoal binds dirt particles and bacteria, it has most likely already combined with other ingredients in the toothpaste. This can mean that it is no longer as effective in terms of dental hygiene. The risk of cavities is significantly increased, as fluoride is also largely omitted in charcoal toothpaste.
White Teeth Only Through Thorough Dental Care
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