Eucryl Toothpowder Freshmint

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Toothpaste has continuously been proven effective at protecting against oral issues, which include: 7,8,9,10 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 Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) ⁠— This ingredient has mild abrasive properties that help remove surface stains and dental plaque from the teeth

You can also find recipes to make your own tooth powder. Fortunately, instead of hoof ashes and eggshells, these concoctions rely on relatively easy-to-find ingredients like chalk, powdered sugar, baking soda, borax, charcoal, honey and peppermint oil. Essential oils — Some essential oils have antiseptic properties that can help reduce bacteria in the mouth Shah et al. “ Association between Traditional Oral Hygiene Methods with Tooth Wear, Gingival Bleeding, and Recession: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study .” Indian Journal of Dental Research: Official Publication of Indian Society for Dental Research, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2018. Bentonite clay — Bentonite clay is added to natural tooth powder to improve its overall texture, giving it a smooth consistencyHowever, another study from 2018 compared traditional oral hygiene methods to toothpaste users. This study showed contrasting evidence to the other studies. It found that traditional methods, including tooth powder, were inferior in plaque control compared to toothpaste. 5 Bharathi et al. " Formulation and evaluation of herbal tooth powder for oral care. " International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Life Sciences, ScienZTech, 2020. 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]. The findings are mixed regarding tooth powder's effectiveness at removing plaque. Some studies say toothpaste remains more effective, while others say results are comparable to toothbrush and paste. 1,2,3,6 What is Tooth Powder?

One study has shown that tooth powder efficiently removes extrinsic (surface) stains from your teeth. 5 This study noted that the whitening effects of the tooth powder were greater than that of the toothpaste. However, the toothpaste was just a regular toothpaste, not a whitening toothpaste. 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. 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.

Why to use tooth powder?

Toumba et al. " Guidelines on the use of fluoride for caries prevention in children: an updated EAPD policy document. " European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry, 2019. Cury, J.A. and Tenuta, L.M.A. “ Evidence-Based Recommendation on Toothpaste Use .” Brazilian Oral Research, Sociedade Brasileira De Pesquisa Odontológica, 2014.

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.In the 1800s, it was common for people to use baking soda, chalk, or salt to remove mouth odor and polish teeth. Today, we call them tooth powder. Toothpowder has not been studied as extensively as toothpaste. However, there have been a few studies that have examined the effectiveness of toothpowder. In comparison, toothpaste is proven to protect against cavities, lessen tooth sensitivity, whiten teeth, reduce plaque, prevent gum disease and enamel erosion, and reduce bad breath. 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). 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

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. A few studies showed that tooth powder might be too abrasive compared to normal fluoride toothpaste. This can result in dental erosion. However, its abrasiveness can effectively polish stains off the surfaces of teeth. 4,5 The abrasiveness of tooth powder may help remove surface stains. However, it can also have negative effects on your teeth. Kids tooth powder is specifically formulated for young children. Since kids’ teeth are still growing, this tooth powder is safe for their developing teeth. This tooth powder may contain natural ingredients and be free from harsh chemicals or additives. Does Tooth Powder Have any Benefits?Coarse sea salt — Sea salt helps balance the pH levels in the mouth and acts as a natural antibacterial agent 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. 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.