Colgate Natural Extracts Charcoal Toothpaste (75 mL) is an oral hygiene dentifrice engineered for daily mechanical plaque removal, extrinsic stain reduction, and enamel remineralization.
Formulated with 100% natural origin activated charcoal and mint extract, this toothpaste utilizes micro-abrasive physics alongside therapeutic fluoride to target dental pellicle discoloration without causing pathological enamel wear or dentin exposure when used as directed.
Active Ingredients & Action Mechanism
The formulation integrates natural adsorptive minerals with established cariostatic agents to support comprehensive oral health.
Activated Charcoal (100% Natural Origin): Activated carbon possesses a porous structure and high surface area. Through physical micro-adsorption and mild mechanical abrasion, it binds and removes extrinsic surface stains caused by chromogens in coffee, tea, and food residues, restoring natural tooth shade without bleaching the internal dentin.
Sodium Fluoride (1450 ppm F¯): Provides the therapeutic fluoride ions necessary for dental enamel remineralization. Fluoride incorporates into the hydroxyapatite crystal lattice of enamel to form fluorapatite, which increases resistance to acid dissolution produced by acidogenic oral bacteria.
Natural Mint Extract (Mentha Piperita): Acts as a natural volatile agent that neutralizes volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs) produced by anaerobic oral bacteria, aiding in the management of halitosis and providing long-lasting oral freshness.
Key Medical Indications & Dental Benefits
Extrinsic Stain Removal: Effectively removes surface discoloration from enamel via gentle physical abrasion and carbon adsorption, assisting in maintaining natural tooth brightness.
Caries Prevention & Enamel Protection: Delivers clinically effective levels of fluoride to inhibit demineralization and promote the repair of early microscopic enamel lesions.
Plaque Control & Biofilm Reduction: Aids in the mechanical disruption of dental plaque (oral biofilm) during routine brushing, reducing localized gingival inflammation.
Halitosis Management: Inhibits odor-causing oral bacteria and refreshes the oral cavity following consumption of aromatic foods or extended periods of reduced salivary flow.
Usage Instructions & Oral Safety Guidelines
Target Population: Suitable for adults and children aged 6 years and older.
Brushing Frequency: Brush thoroughly at least twice daily, or as directed by a dentist or physician.
Recommended Technique: Apply a pea-sized amount (approximately 1 cm) onto a soft-bristled toothbrush. Brush all tooth surfaces systematically for a minimum of two minutes.
Post-Brushing Care: Spit out excess toothpaste thoroughly. Minimize swallowing to prevent excessive systemic fluoride uptake.
Safety Precautions, Warnings & Contraindications
Precautions for Specific Populations
Pediatric Use (Children Under 6 Years): Use a pea-sized amount under adult supervision to minimize swallowing. If fluoride is ingested from other sources, consult a dentist or doctor prior to use.
Abrasivity & Enamel Health: Formulated to meet international standard limits for Relative Dentin Abrasivity (RDA). However, individuals with severe enamel erosion, exposed dentin, or active gingival recession should consult their dental professional prior to long-term use of charcoal-based dentifrices.
General Warnings
Ingestion: For topical oral use only. Do not swallow.
Allergies: Discontinue use and consult an oral health professional if localized irritation, mucositis, or hypersensitivity occurs.
Technical Specifications & Storage
Product Volume: 75 mL (tube).
Fluoride Content: Contains Sodium Fluoride (1450 ppm Fluoride).
Storage Conditions: Store at room temperature below 30°C (86°F), away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity. Keep out of reach of unsupervised young children.
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