While you might not notice any negative effects right away, the American Dental Association warns that activated charcoal is too abrasive and will wear away your tooth enamel. Once the enamel is gone, it’s gone forever. The layer beneath, known as the dentin, becomes more visible. Dentin has a natural yellow tinge, meaning that you’re likely to be left with teeth that look more yellow or stained than they did to begin with.
I will add that if you have any problems with teeth being sensitive, the last thing you need is to wear away enamel that protects against sensitivity.
Well, that is good information to have!
Hmmm...I’ll have to go back to ordering tooth suds. I liked being able to just buy this at the store.
According to the company’s literature, they had Missouri Analytical Laboratory conduct an ADA standard RDA test and their powder is safe for enamel. Low abrasion and high pH so it doesn’t harm enamel.
I’ll have to do some more digging, but suspect it’s the lack of glycerin that is making my teeth feel so clean, not the charcoal in the paste.