Tooth powder FAQs

Questions about Tooth Powder

Tooth powder vs. toothpaste​

teethlovers organic tooth powder is a water-free tooth cleaning product that consists of 100% active ingredients , all of which are used for direct oral and dental care . Research has shown that toothpowder is significantly more effective at removing plaque than toothpaste.*

Compared to commercially available toothpaste, the powder contains up to 80% of additives that are only used to produce a paste → such as glycerin, water, foams, preservatives, emulsifiers, stabilizers. We also consciously avoid controversial substances such as fluoride, sodium lauryl sulfate or synthetic flavors and fragrances. teethlover's comprehensive yet simple formula supports gentle tooth cleaning, effective remineralization and caries protection . teethlovers organic tooth powder is healthy for people and the environment!

*Study: Comparison of the Plaque-Removing Efficacy of Toothpaste and Toothpowder (2009), J. Int Acad Periodontology

Price comparison for toothpaste

teethlovers organic tooth powder is available in different packaging sizes and therefore also prices .

In the 30g jar for 8 euros, in the storage jar for 20 euros and at refill stations the 30g in the jar for under 3 euros.

If you use 0.3g of tooth powder per tooth brushing session, brushing your teeth with tooth powder will cost you every time
8 cents when buying glass
4 cents with the storage jar
less than 3 cents if you fill your tooth powder yourself in an unpackaged shop.

Toothpaste is used approx. 0.9-1g per application. If your toothpaste costs 1 euro, you pay 1 cent per tooth brushing session. At 4 euros per tube of toothpaste, the brushing process costs 4 cents , slightly more than teethlovers organic tooth powder from the refill station.

Radiantly white teeth

teethlovers stand for noticeably clean teeth.

Consuming certain foods such as tea, coffee and acidic foods can cause discoloration on the tooth surface. The gentle cleaning agents in teethlovers organic tooth powder, Rügen healing chalk and German clay gently remove plaque and unsightly discoloration. This reveals the natural whiteness of the teeth again. The stimulated saliva production causes the baking soda and xylitol to liquefy and prevent periodontitis and tooth decay . The anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and calming effects of the plant extracts support a healthy oral environment .

For your naturally white and healthy teeth - powered by nature !

Foam goodbye, saliva olé

teethlovers organic tooth powder does not foam in the mouth ... no matter how long you brush.

Instead, saliva production is stimulated and the tooth powder becomes an emulsion that is distributed throughout the entire mouth. Because saliva is the body's best tool for healthy teeth and strong tooth enamel, the initially unusual brushing feeling is worth it. This disappears after a short adjustment period .

Foaming teeth cleaning products contain surfactants , which are useful in the washing machine, but have no place in the mouth . Because foams irritate sensitive oral mucous membranes and thus promote inflammation, it is worth replacing old habits with healthier routines .

With teethlovers tooth powder you can let your saliva do its work: buffer acids, clean teeth, regenerate the pellicle and remineralize tooth enamel. Are you still foaming or are you already laughing ?

How long does my tooth powder last?

The tooth powders have no expiration date. As they contain volatile essential oils, the aroma may fade over time and with each opening. Therefore, we recommend using up the Mini Bags within 3 months and the storage jars within 9 months. After opening, the tooth powder from the Refill Bags should be transferred to the storage jar for airtight and aroma-protected storage.

Self-preserving

Are you wondering how the tooth powder holds up without synthetic preservatives ?

teethlovers organic tooth powder has self-preserving properties and does not provide bacteria with the specific conditions to multiply.

1. It is waterless —> Bacteria, on the other hand, multiply in moist conditions.

2. Use of essential oils —> Plants produce them, among other things, to protect themselves from bacteria, viruses and diseases. We gratefully make use of this natural superpower.

3. Basic pH value —> The alkaline environment of the tooth powder is very unattractive for acid-loving bacteria.

Waterless

Means:

  • no water in tooth powder (compared to toothpaste) = shelf-stable without preservatives
  • Water-saving use : There is no need to moisten the toothbrush, water is only needed to rinse the bristles
  • Can be used in humanitarian aid even under water-scarce living conditions
  • Light luggage for all travelers and outdoor enthusiasts
  • less water consumption in production operations
  • no unnecessary extra weight on transport routes
Product packaging

Tooth powder jar

teethlovers glass is made of glass with a bamboo lid and a silicone ring for sealing. We use untreated bamboo because it is antibacterial , can be grown without pesticides and stores large amounts of CO2 due to its rapid growth and multi-year harvest. Silicone is made from silicon , which is obtained from quartz gravel and quartz blocks .

The bottom label with the obligatory product information is made of wood pulp , is biodegradable and produced in a climate-neutral manner . The paper band is made from “blue angel” certified recycled paper . This means the processed paper fibers consist of 100% recycled paper. Production saves around 70% water and 60% energy compared to fresh fiber paper. The use of harmful chemicals is prohibited, as is the use of optical brighteners.

storage jars

teethlovers storage jars replace up to 4 toothpaste tubes. The glass can then be reused or disposed of in the glass bin for recycling . The BioSeal lid is free of dangerous plasticizers, BPA and PVC. The labels are made of paper .

1kg of goods to the unpackaged shops

teethlovers refill stations in unpackaged stores are filled with 1kg of organic tooth powder.

The 1kg product is currently delivered in food-safe stand-up pouches made of a monopolymer. The bags are disposed of in the yellow bin and can be 100% recycled and returned to the recycling cycle. However, we are working on a deposit bin system as an alternative for the 1kg goods.

Shipment

Shipping materials

teethlovers collect and reuse if possible : packets and packages as well as newspaper as filler. New materials such as cardboard, adhesive tape and cushioning material are made from paper, wood wool or corrugated cardboard. The paper for printing labels and delivery notes is “FSC” & “Ecolabel” certified. Shipping is climate-neutral with DHL GoGreen .

Thank you cards

Our cards are made of recycled paper , which is certified with the “Blue Angel” and are printed in a climate-neutral way.

Are there certifications?

Questions about the application

How does the application work?

Press a dry toothbrush into the powder.
Brush teeth.
Totally easy!

P.S. If you don't want to do without moistening your toothbrush beforehand, you should make sure to swirl the water well and only press slightly moistened bristles into the powder. The hydrophilic powder sticks to the bristles. No water should drip into the powder.

Can children and pregnant women also use the powder?

Children: teethlovers organic tooth powder for kids with the flavor mandarin-vanilla-chamomile can be used from the first teeth. From the age of 6, we recommend our other varieties in addition to the Kids variety. Only Lemongrass-Rosemary-Thyme is less suitable for children due to its herbal pungency.

Pregnant women: All four varieties of teethlovers organic tooth powder can be used without hesitation during pregnancy. Only when breastfeeding should products containing peppermint be used cautiously, as peppermint can reduce milk flow.

Can I also use the powder with an electric toothbrush?

Yes! teethlovers tooth powder can be used just as well with an electric toothbrush as with a manual toothbrush, and also with a sonic toothbrush. Many teethlovers customers use electric toothbrushes.

The only difference for tooth powder use is the relatively small brush head. You can press the dry bristles a little more firmly into the tooth powder so that more of it adheres between the bristles and you can easily pick up the recommended amount of 0.3g.

Isn't its use unhygienic?

A very understandable question!

Answer: When used as recommended, there are no hygienic concerns, as the powder that comes into contact with the bristles also adheres to them. Furthermore, bacteria have no chance of survival due to the tooth powder environment (see "self-preserving"). Microbiological analyses by an independent German laboratory have confirmed the hygienic safety.

If you are still skeptical, it is best to use your own teethlovers jar with your favorite flavor and give family or flatmates their own jars. So that everyone feels comfortable.

Is use possible during homeopathic treatments?

The three teethlovers organic tooth powders are suitable as daily teeth cleaning products during homeopathic treatments:

  • Lemon ginger turmeric
  • Lemongrass-rosemary-thyme
  • Mandarin vanilla chamomile

Only peppermint lemon contains menthol and is therefore less recommended during homeopathic applications.

Questions about ingredients

What ingredients are used?

100% natural - plain text

  • Birch sugar from sustainable European forestry → against tooth decay & plaque, enables tooth remineralisation
  • Rügener healing chalk from Germany → abrasive, buffers acids & remineralises
  • Hydroxyapatite → main mineral component of the tooth, supports remineralisation, strengthening and whitening of tooth enamel
  • Baking soda from Germany → acid buffer, removes dental plaque & bad breath
  • Peppermint oil* → antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, refreshing
  • Lemon oil* → antiseptic, vitalising, soothing
  • Turmeric extract* → antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, energising
  • Ginger oil* → antibacterial, antiviral, circulation-promoting
  • Lemongrass oil* → anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, circulation-promoting, refreshing
  • Rosemary oil* → antibacterial, antifungal, circulation-promoting, invigorating
  • Thyme oil* → antiseptic, immunostimulating
  • Mandarin oil* → immune-boosting, warming
  • Vanilla powder* → anti-inflammatory, soothing
  • Chamomile oil* → antibacterial, relaxing
  • Coconut oil* → antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and supports the regeneration of the pellicle (natural protective film on our teeth)

✅ teethlovers tooth powders are guaranteed cruelty-free and vegan, free from GMOs (genetically modified organisms), fluorides and synthetic additives.

For more details on all active ingredients, please click here!

*from controlled organic cultivation

Why without fluoride?

Fluoride is a commonly used ingredient in toothpaste to harden tooth enamel and protect against tooth decay . However, fluoride is now highly controversial due to its effects on the entire organism . According to “biological dentistry” , it should only be used locally and not prophylactically .

We at teethlovers consciously do not use any ingredients in our organic tooth powder that are suspected of endangering health .

teethlovers prevents tooth decay as follows:

  1. Thorough and gentle removal of dental plaque as a food source for caries bacteria
  2. Neutralization of acids in the oral cavity through the alkaline properties of the tooth powder
  3. Inhibiting the metabolism of caries bacteria with the help of birch sugar
  4. Saliva stimulation and the associated remineralization of tooth enamel
  5. Coconut oil to support the rapid recovery of the pellicle (natural protective film of the teeth)
Why Hydroxyapatite?

We work on the basis of biological dentistry and base our formula on the study results on hydroxyapatite (HAP). Tooth enamel naturally consists of over 97% HAP, and studies have shown that HAP in dental care is as effective as or even more effective than fluorides in protecting tooth enamel. Therefore, we prefer to use an endogenous active ingredient rather than a neurotoxin like fluoride. Unfortunately, HAP is a much more expensive raw material in the cosmetics industry than fluoride, which is usually categorized as a waste product, so not many companies have considered the switch profitable so far. For health, holistic dentistry recommends switching to HAP.

Yellow teeth from turmeric?

Every organic tooth powder variant that you can buy from teethlovers, when used correctly, thoroughly removes plaque and reveals the natural whiteness of your teeth . We use an organic turmeric extract in our lemon-ginger-turmeric tooth powder, which is free of yellow-coloring curcuminoids . Our organic turmeric extract contains xanthorrhizole . Xanthorrhizole can eradicate the caries trigger Streptocccus mutans within a few minutes. It also has an antibacterial effect against Actinomyces viscosus and Porphyromonas gingivalis, which cause periodontal disease.

Is baking soda bad for tooth enamel?

Baking soda is one of the least abrasive agents used in dental care. Using baking soda as a pure toothpaste has a different effect than using it in our powders, which consist of various ingredients. We use a small percentage of baking soda in our formulations, which gently removes discolorations and restores the teeth's shine. Due to its neutralizing properties, it counteracts acids and supports a healthy oral environment.