Is rice husk ash safe for teeth?

Yes, rice husk ash (RHA) contains amorphous silica, FDA GRAS-approved for oral use. Unlike crystalline silica, it's safe, non-toxic, and biomimetic - attracts calcium/phosphate from saliva to rebuild natural enamel.

How does Nanjangud Tooth Powder prevent cavities?

90% RHA silica physically removes plaque + acts as scaffold for hydroxyapatite regrowth. Calcium carbonate provides extra minerals. Essential oils kill bacteria. Raises oral pH to neutralize acids - 100% natural remineralization.

Safe for kids vs fluoride toothpaste?

Safer. No fluorosis risk, no swallowing toxicity. RHA remineralizes baby teeth better without substituting enamel structure like fluoride does. Parents prefer for daily use.

Why powder vs toothpaste?

Powder = no binders/chemicals (excipients) found in paste. More biocompatible, stimulates saliva flow, deeper clean. Toothpaste requires non-inert additives for tube consistency.

Immediate: Clean feel, stain removal. 3-7 days: Sensitivity reduction. 2-4 weeks: Enamel hardening (measurable density increase).

Remineralisation comparison: Fluoride v/s Silica

Name: Nanjangud Tooth Powder
Brand: Nanjangud Tooth Powder
SKU: NTP-100G
Price: 84 INR
Availability: InStock

December 29, 2025

Fluoride has long dominated remineralisation discussions, but silica—especially from sources like rice husk ash (RHA) in Nanjangud Tooth Powder—offers a compelling alternative mechanism that works without systemic absorption risks. This comparison breaks down how each rebuilds enamel, highlighting speed, safety, and suitability for daily family use.

Sl. No.	Parameter	Fluoride	Silica (from RHA)
1)	Mechanism	Fluoride ion replaces Hydroxide group in hydroxyapatite (HA)	Silicon dioxide from RHA forms silanol groups
		forms fluorapatite	attracts calcium and phosphate from saliva; forms scaffold
		-	nucleates new hydroxyapatite (HA) crystals on silica scaffold; layer-by-layer HA growth
		ionic substitution pathway	biomimetic pathway
2)	Result	more acid resistant	more acid resistant
		structurally non-identical to native HA	structurally identical to native HA
		alters original enamel lattice	preserves original enamel lattice
3)	Systemic risk	high	low
		fluorosis, systemic glands' and bone calcification, diminishing IQ	-
4)	Tissue compatability	moderate	high
5)	Bioaccumilation	yes	no
6)	Long-term use	risky	safe
7)	Inert	no	yes
8)	speed of remineralisation	fast	slow

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