I'd feel so weird
using charcoal toothpaste — it goes against my logic really.
If you experience any of these symptoms, stop
using charcoal toothpaste right away and make an appointment with your dentist.
I had
used charcoal toothpaste before, although only in a paste rather than loose like this one, so I was intrigued to give it a try.
Not exact matches
If you do decide to
use activated
charcoal toothpaste, dentists agree that you should do so cautiously and sparingly.
But is it a good idea to
use toothpastes that contain activated
charcoal?
And while
charcoal toothpaste has always held an appeal, its black hue has typically been a barrier to regular
use.
Incidentally, it also seems to be the best whitening
toothpaste I've
used, especially when combined with oil pulling and / or
charcoal (not at the same time).
Similarly,
charcoal can be
used in
toothpastes and tooth powders to get the same effect.
I wouldn't
use these daily, since they are abrasive, but adding a little
charcoal to a homemade
toothpaste or DIY tooth powder a couple times a week can whiten and freshen the teeth.
Definitely
use less
charcoal than you would
toothpaste.