There have been a number of health and beauty crazes that have swept the nation in recent years. One of them is the use of activated charcoal as a cure-all for everything from body odor to poisoning. Some research exists that substantiates those uses, but it’s lacking in one area: your teeth. In this regard, professional teeth whitening kits from your dentist would be better.
So, what is activated charcoal, and why is it still being used in toothpaste? Continue reading to learn more about this powdery black substance and its shortcomings in tooth care.
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