Volume : 12, Issue : 12, December- 2025

Title:

CHARCOAL BASED ANTICAVITY TOOTHPASTE

Authors :

Mr.Aditya Sharad Agame, Ms. Diksha Chandrakant Ogale

Abstract :

The global oral care landscape has recently seen a surge in the popularity of charcoal-based anticavity toothpastes, a trend largely fueled by consumer preference for natural ingredients and the aesthetic appeal of black dentifrices. The core component, activated charcoal, is derived from the carbonization of organic materials like coconut shells and bamboo, resulting in a highly porous microstructure capable of trapping impurities. This distinct physical property allows the charcoal to act as a magnet for surface stains and malodors, providing a cosmetic “detox” effect. However, contrary to aggressive marketing claims, scientific evidence indicates that charcoal lacks intrinsic anticavity or remineralizing capabilities; instead, any protection against decay typically relies on the addition of established agents like fluoride or hydroxyapatite. Furthermore, the use of these products presents clinical challenges, including the risk of enamel abrasion due to the gritty nature of carbon particles and the potential for charcoal to adsorb fluoride, which may reduce the bioavailability of the anticavity agents. Ultimately, while charcoal formulations offer benefits for stain removal and breath freshening, they should be regarded as cosmetic supplements rather than standalone therapeutic solutions for caries prevention.
Keywords: Activated Charcoal Anticavity Toothpaste Enamel Abrasivity Fluoride Bioavailability Dental Remineralization Adsorption Mechanism Oral Hygiene

Cite This Article:

Please cite this article in press Aditya Sharad Agame et al., Charcoal Based Anticavity Toothpaste, Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2025; 12(12).

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