Charcoal toothbrush showdown: do they really outclean regular brushes?

NCT ID NCT07563413

First seen May 12, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested whether charcoal-infused toothbrushes remove dental plaque and stains better than regular toothbrushes. Thirty-six Egyptian adults brushed twice daily with fluoride toothpaste for four weeks. Plaque and stain levels were measured at the start and end. The goal was to see if the charcoal bristles offer any extra cleaning benefit.

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Locations

  • Faculty of Dentistry Cairo University

    Cairo, Egypt

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