Formulation and in-Vitro Characterization of a Novel Herbal Tooth Serum With Activated Charcoal and Cocos Nucifera Extracts for Enamel Remineralization

Abstract

Background: An ideal novel herbal tooth serum should possess potent antiplaque and remineralizing properties, effectively combating dental plaque buildup while promoting the restoration of tooth enamel. It should be free from powerful chemicals, artificial flavors, or dyes, ensuring a natural and gentle oral care experience. With a balanced abrasive effect, it must efficiently remove surface stains without causing irritation or toxicity, thus safeguarding oral health.
Aim: Combining the efficacy of various natural resources, this study aims to
formulate and assess the physical properties of a novel tooth serum incorporating activated charcoal and Cocos nucifera extracts.
Materials and Methodology: The herbal tooth serum was prepared by using the dry gum method. The novel herbal tooth serum incorporates activated charcoal and extracts of Cocos nucifera as a remineralizing agent alongside calcium silicate and hydroxyapatite, facilitating the natural mineralization of enamel. Gentle abrasives such as silica and calcium carbonate ensure effective yet mild cleaning action, while limonene, an antibacterial essential oil, enhances oral hygiene. The formulation is fortified with cinnamon and thyme extracts, serving as antioxidants, and sorbitol functions as a natural sweetener. The base ingredients include aqua, glycerin, and cellulose gum, providing a stable and user-friendly activator gel. Other powdered ingredients are shifted together and added gradually to the mucilaginous mixture with continuously gentle stirring in a conical flask. The exact proportion of the tooth serum ingredients for 100 g of tooth serum was measured and taken, and physical properties were evaluated.
Results: The physical properties, such as color, homogeneity, spreadability, foamability and pH, were determined and evaluated. The color was black and stable with no staining ; the mixture was smooth with no abrasive particles, and the pH was optimum for intraoral usage.
Conclusion: A herbal tooth serum with activated charcoal and Cocos nucifera extracts was formulated with ideal physical properties that could serve as a natural alternative to synthetic tooth serums used in dentistry for enamel remineralization.