Eco-Dent (formerly Merflaun) Toothpowder

by Eco-Dent

Product Features

• 2 Ounces Powder
• Serving Size:

Product Description

Size: Original Mint 2 Oz

BETTER THAN PASTES! Natural Effervescence makes it better! Better, fresher cleaning of teeth and gums. Neutralizes mouth acids. Lower Abrasivity. Cleans teeth & freshens breath without flouride. RECOMMENDED BY DENTISTS. NATURAL SOURCE INGREDIENTS.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2 x 2 x 5 inches ; 4.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3.7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0006ON9NA
• UPC: 000000036641
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #32,357 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Naturalness of Product, January 17, 2010

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Mark Perry (Bloomington, IN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Eco-Dent (formerly Merflaun) Toothpowder (Health and Beauty)

I checked with the makers of the product about the critique posted here of their ingredients' naturalness. I am not a chemist, but I don't think one can evaluate some of the ingredients in isolation; their naturalness or potential toxicity depends on how they are combined, because the ingredients used do occur naturally in nature (as per my initial research on the internet which confirms this). Anyway, the response I got from the maker is this:

Unfortunately information found on the internet is extremely inaccurate, and in many cases misleading as in the current instance.

This is derived from coconut and is a surfactant as you note. ALL surfactants have the job of lifting dirt from a surface, and they can be applied to just about any purpose, depending on the concentration used. Thus, it is the same surfactant used for cleaning floors in many cases as in making a shower gel, a shampoo or a tooth cleaning product, whether toothpowder or toothpaste. This fact does not either speak to appropriate use or naturalness of the surfactant. It is purely the chemistry of surfactants.

The second issue is "nitrosating" agent. This however is untrue for this surfactant UNLESS it is combined with another surfactant that we do not use. The science of formulation of products involves a lot of details that are not generally popularized on the internet as they involve far too technical issues. This ingredient was widely researched before being used. Since we do not combine this ingredient with the other ingredient that could cause it to become a "nitrosating agent", in fact, on its own it is NOT a nitrosating agent. Thus, the issue you raise does not arise.

This particular surfactant was chosen for its considered safe and effective properties in comparison with other surfactants such as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate or Sodium Laureth Sulfate which have far higher concerns. It is considered so safe in fact that Whole Foods Market considers it a "premium" ingredient and recommends products that use it in their "premium" program. This distinction is reserved for products that use the safest and best ingredients only and is a select group.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works, January 10, 2010

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Carolyn Gorman (Newburgh, NY United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Eco-Dent (formerly Merflaun) Toothpowder (Health and Beauty)

This tooth powder effectively remineralizes teeth! It has improved mine significantly- gotten rid of sensitivity and helped shrink brown spots where enamel was disappearing (very scary). Also, vitamin K2 (in conjunction with calcium and D3) is essential for anyone wishing to strengthen bones and teeth... The whitening version of this tooth powder whitened my teeth dramatically. I was contemplating getting my teeth whitened professionally but I'm very happy I didn't- this was all that was needed. It was like getting a new set teeth.
As far as taste, I had no problem with it. First, I don't actually enjoy the taste of conventional toothpastes. Second, taste isn't the primary reason I'm putting this in my mouth and brushing my teeth. Cinnamon is probably my favorite flavor. LemonLime is pretty intense.
Overall, excellent product that does what it claims. Very, very thankful for it.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mint toothpowder review, January 3, 2007

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Francis W. Devlin (Somers CT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Toothpowder Daily Care Mint 2 Ounces (Health and Beauty)

It is the best oral dentafrice that I have ever used. Nothing even comes close to the way it makes your mouth and teeth feel. One additional benefit is it doesn't have to be put in a one quart plastic baggie like toothpaste for someone who flies a lot with carry on baggage.

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