Physics of Biology

A Simple Claim About Teeth, Toothpaste, and Toothbrushes

Authors: Warren D. Smith
Comments: 2 Pages.

I think toothpastes ought to contain abrasives with Mohs hardness strictly between 4 and 5 so that brushing your teeth will get rid of tartar and plaque without damaging your tooth enamel. But as of 2023 toothpaste-makers do not do that.
Category: Physics of Biology