Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Can charcoal toothpaste really whiten your teeth? Experts explain why the popular product can pose some risks to your oral health.

Many of us brush our teeth a few times a day, but do we really know what's in toothpaste? Consumer Reports goes inside the tube to reveal the toothpaste ingredients to look out for. If you have an ...

Check your toothpaste's ingredient list, because experts say one could be harmful to your health. According to Consumer Reports, the one ingredient you don't want in your toothpaste is triclosan. If ...

The most common toothpaste ingredient is fluoride, which protects against cavities. Choose a toothpaste with calcium carbonate or hydrogen peroxide if you want to whiten your teeth. Avoid toothpaste ...