Eucryl Toothpowder Freshmint

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Whitening tooth powder focuses on ingredients that whiten teeth. They may contain abrasive ingredients that gently whiten teeth and remove surface stains. Natural Tooth Powder However, studies are concerned about its ability to cause gum bleeding, gum recession, enamel damage, and tooth loss. More studies are needed to prove claims for or against tooth powder. Cury, J.A. and Tenuta, L.M.A. “ Evidence-Based Recommendation on Toothpaste Use .” Brazilian Oral Research, Sociedade Brasileira De Pesquisa Odontológica, 2014. Three scientific studies have shown that tooth powder is equally or more effective at reducing plaque than toothpaste. 1,2,3 This is likely due to the abrasive nature of tooth powders.

Bharathi et al. " Formulation and evaluation of herbal tooth powder for oral care. " International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Life Sciences, ScienZTech, 2020.

These mixed results show that more evidence is needed to prove whether tooth powder is as effective as toothpaste at reducing plaque. Controlling Gingivitis Coarse sea salt — Sea salt helps balance the pH levels in the mouth and acts as a natural antibacterial agent Brushing your teeth is so important for oral and dental hygiene, twice a day is the recommended guide to maintain healthy teeth and reduce the build-up of plaque.

Activated charcoal ⁠— Activated charcoal has a porous nature that is believed to remove toxins from your teeth (more studies need to be done to support this) Flavorings —Flavorings enhance the tooth powder’s taste, making the brushing experience more enjoyable Remineralizing tooth powder contains ingredients that help remineralize tooth enamel. This can make your teeth stronger and more resistant to decay. Different ingredients' combined enamel remineralization potential can help protect teeth from further damage. Whitening Tooth Powder

Dip the wet toothbrush in your tooth powder (the moisture will help the tooth powder adhere to your teeth and the toothbrush) Like toothpaste, various kinds of tooth powder are available on the market. Each tooth powder caters to different preferences and oral care needs. Khan et al. “ Extrinsic Stain Removal with a Toothpowder: A Randomized Controlled Trial .” International Journal of Health Sciences, Qassim University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2014. Long before the days of Cleopatra, Egyptians were using tooth powders or pastes to clean their teeth, as did the ancient Greeks and Romans. The Egyptians used a formula combining a powder of ox hooves' ashes and burnt eggshells mixed with pumice. The Greeks and Romans preferred a grittier powder, so they used crushed bones and oyster shells. Romans added powdered charcoal and bark, hoping to help with bad breath. The Chinese added ginseng, herbs and salt to help improve taste and cleaning properties. Natural tooth powders are an innovative, zero waste, eco friendly way of brushing teeth without the need for a plastic toothpaste tub. This is environmentally friendly because many commercial toothpaste tubes are made up of different layers of plastic and metal. This makes it very hard to recycle and, in most cases, ends up in general waste and sitting in landfill. Making the simple, eco switch to a natural tooth powder that is plastic-free will help reduce waste, plastic pollution, and encourage and support more sustainable, zero waste manufacturing processes.

The main concerns regarding tooth powder are its abrasiveness and effectiveness at removing dental plaque . A buildup of plaque can lead to cavities and tooth decay. When plaque builds up on teeth, it can cause inflammation, pain, and infection in your gums. This can lead to gingivitis (early gum disease). If gingivitis goes untreated, it can turn into periodontitis (advanced gum disease). Janakiram et al. “ Comparison of Plaque Removal Efficacy of Tooth Powder and Toothpaste in Young Adults in India: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial .” Journal of the International Academy of Periodontology, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2018. When it comes to using a plastic free, natural toothpowder it can seem daunting, however it really isn't! Natural tooth powders are so easy to use, just simply dip your eco friendly toothbrush head in the natural tooth powder and make sure you have a nice covering of the natural tooth powder on the bristles. Then brush as normal!

Singh et al. “ Comparative Evaluation of Tooth Substance Loss and Its Correlation with the Abrasivity and Chemical Composition of Different Dentifrices .” Research Gate, Indian Journal of Dental Research, 2016. The evolution of dental care continued relatively uneventfully until 1000 A.D., when the Persians warned others of the dangers of using overly abrasive powders that could damage teeth. They suggested creating a powder using milder materials such as burnt snail shells, dried animal parts, herbs and honey [source: BBC Home]. Tooth powder has been used as an oral healthcare product for centuries. It's an effective way to reduce plaque, control gum disease, and whiten teeth. The abrasiveness of tooth powder may help remove surface stains. However, it can also have negative effects on your teeth.