NBC2 Investigates: Is charcoal toothpaste safe or effective?

Some claim the dark black toothpaste is giving them whiter, brighter teeth. The Florida Dental Association told the NBC2 Investigators in a statement: "There is no evidence that shows dental products with charcoal are safe or effective for your teeth.…

An Early Bite with Dr. John Paul: “Can’t I Just Get This Done at the Mall?”

By Dr. John Paul, FDA Editor When it comes to teeth whitening, how often do patients ask, “Why can’t I just get this done at the mall?” — which is patient speak for “I don’t want to pay what I…