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Why Activated Charcoal Still Isn’t as Effective as Your Dentist

March 4, 2025

Filed under: Uncategorized — drpeters @ 7:59 pm
A wooden bowl full of activated charcoal

Plenty of people want to eliminate stains from their smile, so it comes as no surprise that there are several DIY teeth whitening ideas on the internet. One of the ones that’s trending most recently is brushing your teeth with activated charcoal.

Unfortunately, there’s no scientific evidence that indicates activated charcoal is an effective dental stain remover, and there are plenty of reasons not to use it! Keep reading to learn why it’s still best to have your teeth professionally whitened by your dentist.

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