05/15/2026
Charcoal toothpaste is popular, but it may not be as safe as it looks. 🦷
It can make teeth look whiter at first by scrubbing away surface stains, but charcoal is abrasive.
Over time, that scrubbing can wear down enamel, which is the protective outer layer of your teeth.
Once enamel is gone, it does not grow back.
Thinner enamel can make teeth look more yellow and may lead to sensitivity.
For safer whitening, look for fluoride toothpaste with gentle whitening ingredients, or ask your dentist about options that protect your enamel. ✨