Part 4: Common DIY Powders and What They Actually Do

Viral posts typically push household staples or natural powders under the guise of secret recipes:

• Baking Soda (Sodium Bicarbonate): Helps neutralize acid in the mouth and gently removes surface stains, but it does not remineralize enamel or fill holes.
• Nano-Hydroxyapatite (nHAp): A mineral compound that bonds to tooth enamel to repair microscopic surface micro-fissures and reduce sensitivity.
• Calcium Carbonate or Bentonite Clay: Used in natural toothpastes for mild abrasive polishing, but completely incapable of curing active decay.
• Coconut Oil (Oil Pulling): Reduces oral bacteria levels to support general gum health, but has zero effect on structural cavities.

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