Charcoal toothbrush showdown: cleaner bristles or just hype?

NCT ID NCT07275684

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study compared charcoal-impregnated toothbrushes to regular ones to see if they reduce bacterial buildup on bristles. Thirty-two healthy dental students brushed twice daily for 21 days, then their toothbrushes were tested for germs. The goal was to learn whether charcoal helps keep toothbrushes cleaner.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Dental Medicine of Rabat, Mohammed V University

    Rabat, Al Irfane, 6212, Morocco

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