What is Nano Hydroxyapatite Powder?
Nano hydroxyapatite is the main building block of tooth enamel & bones. Unlike calcium phosphate found in dairy products that your body needs to process into usable forms, hydroxyapatite is already usable.
Hydroxyapatite remineralizes the tooth enamel, making it stronger and reducing sensitivity by filling in dentin tubules. This makes it an excellent natural alternative to fluoride.
What is Hydroxyapatite?
Hydroxyapatite is a natural mineral containing calcium, phosphorous and oxygen that grows in hexagonal crystals. It makes up most of our bones, builds tooth enamel and collects in small amounts in part of the brain. Improvements in materials science and nano technology have made it possible to create hydroxyapatite in the lab for medical purposes. This lab-created substance is called nano hydroxyapatite and has shown some promising results.
Researchers have used nano hydroxyapatite to make dental and bone care products. The material is believed to help remineralize teeth and treat cavities by binding with damaged tooth enamel and stimulating bone growth. It can also be applied to dental implants to help the body accept them as part of the bone.
TOOTITE is a bioavailable nano hydroxyapatite powder that is safe to be added to oral hygiene products, such as toothpaste and mouthwash. It can be mixed with liquid to form a gel for applying to the teeth. This helps to remineralize damaged tooth enamel and prevent sensitivity, especially after professional teeth whitening. It can also be added to trays for a sensitivity prevention treatment after teeth whitening.
Nano hydroxyapatite is also a raw material that is being used in soil remediation. It is thought to help immobilize heavy metals like lead, zinc, copper and cadmium in the soil. This may reduce their toxic effects on plants and human beings.
How is Hydroxyapatite made?
The production of nano hydroxyapatite involves two processes. First, a slurry of micron-sized particles is mixed with water to create a paste-like consistency. The powder is then applied to the teeth and gums with a toothbrush or applicator, which can be purchased from any dental professional. When used correctly, it can help remove plaque and tartar while strengthening the tooth enamel.
Nano hydroxyapatite can also be used to coat titanium implant surfaces. This coating helps the body accept the implant by making it look like a natural part of the bone. This has led to improved outcomes for patients who require titanium implants.
Another interesting use for nano hydroxyapatite is its ability to reverse small cavities and prevent new ones from forming. This is possible because the material mimics the composition of the human tooth and binds to the minerals present in it.
When applied to the surface of the tooth, nano hydroxyapatite remineralizes the enamel and forms a hard layer that is difficult for bacteria to adhere to. This can make it easier to brush and floss and may even help reduce gum disease by reducing the growth of bacteria in the mouth.
Does Hydroxyapatite fix cavities?
Hydroxyapatite sounds like something that might have been found in a chemistry textbook or an explanation of exotic cave formations, but it is actually one of the main building blocks that makes up human teeth. HA is naturally-occurring in our saliva, and it works to replenish lost enamel minerals and encourage new bone growth. The same mineral, made in a lab, can be used to create tooth-safe products that help prevent cavities from forming.
When your teeth are exposed to acids from bacteria and acidic foods and drinks, they become weakened, which leads to tooth decay or “cavities.” Hydroxyapatite helps reverse this damage by putting minerals BACK INTO the tooth surface through a process called “remineralization.” HA crystals form on the tooth surface and bond with calcium and phosphate in the saliva, strengthening the tooth.
The same process also helps reduce tooth sensitivity. Unlike traditional toothpaste, which simply masks the sensitivity pain with chemicals, HA can actually bind to the sensitivity-causing tubules in the enamel and plug them up. This fortifies the enamel and creates a protective shield around the center nerve, which helps reduce and even eliminate sensitivity pain altogether.
As a bonus, hydroxyapatite is non-toxic and safe for children. It’s even an excellent alternative to fluoride in kids’ dental health products, as it can be swallowed without harming teeth or causing systemic health problems. That means parents can feel confident in letting their children use tooth care products that contain hydroxyapatite, although it’s still important to teach them to brush properly and to spit out toothpaste afterward.
Is Hydroxyapatite safe?
Hydroxyapatite has been used by dental professionals for many years, but in recent years, scientists have begun to investigate its effects at the nano scale. While research is ongoing, early results show that hydroxyapatite powder can be very effective in remineralizing and preventing tooth decay. It is also non-toxic, making it safe for children and adults to swallow (though it is always best to supervise kids during brushing & to teach them to spit toothpaste afterward!).
It is a natural organic material in our bodies, so it does not cause toxicity or inflammation like fluoride (and has the added benefit of not causing the discoloration of the teeth known as fluorosis) when it is used to encourage bone and tooth growth. Additionally, thermal spray powder hydroxyapatite can be used to help the body accept implanted materials like artificial joints.
However, some of the studies published on the safety of hydroxyapatite powder do not test against a real world scenario and/or long-term use. For instance, a study conducted safety of their patented hydroxyapatite particles against genotoxicity under laboratory conditions for only 4 hours. These tests are important, but they do not represent a realistic scenario of daily use by humans and do not indicate the potential for harmful effects with long term exposure to nano-hydroxyapatite.
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