Natural Methods Of Whitening Teeth

Natural Methods Of Whitening Teeth

 

Many people from different countries across the globe have spent much over teeth whitening on Do-It-Yourself whitening homemade products...

There are various products you can use for teeth whitening. Most used whitening products contain chemicals for bleaching the teeth which give concern to some people.

This is the more reason why there are other natural products to use in order to avoid the chemicals. Naij News Hub has provided the list of simple and natural ways of whitening the teeth.

Baking soda

Brushing with baking soda will help you to achieve whiter teeth as it has natural whitening properties and the more reason why it is being used in the production of all commercial toothpaste. Baking soda helps prevent bacteria from germinating as a result of the alkaline environment created in the mouth and also a mild abrasive which provides scrub for eliminating stains on the teeth. This is not an overnight remedy to whiten your teeth but should be used consistently over time in order to notice the difference. Even though it has not been scientifically proven that the use of baking soda results in teeth whitening but other studies show that baking soda has a powerful whitening effect. 

It has been shown that the higher the concentration of baking soda in toothpaste, the more powerful effect of teeth whitening. Also, toothpaste with baking soda eliminates plaque effectively from teeth.

For application, mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 2 tablespoons of water, then brush your teeth with the paste for few days in the week. 

Apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar does have a powerful bleaching effect on teeth and can also soften the teeth. Apple cider vinegar should not be used every day because of the acetic acid in it which is capable of eroding the enamel on the teeth, even though it effectively kills bacteria. There should be a limited time in apple cider vinegar can stay in your mouth. Years back, it has always been used as disinfectants and natural cleaning product.

For application, mix it with water and rumble around the mouth for some minutes, then rinse your mouth with clean water thereafter. 

Strawberries

Strawberries contain malic acid that eliminates the discoloration of the teeth. The mixture of strawberry with baking soda is a very good method of whitening teeth which has been made popular by celebrities. The two ingredients would work together to whiten the teeth effectively, even though it has not been supported completely by science. Strawberries only help to whiten the teeth without penetrating the stains on your teeth. The mixture of strawberry with baking soda results in a little change in color of the teeth as compared to other whitening products. Even though the use of the mixture has a limited effect on the enamel, it shouldn't be used excessively to avoid damage to the teeth. 

For application, break a fresh strawberry and mix with baking soda, then apply on the teeth. 

Fruits and vegetables

Take an adequate and balanced diet to the advantage of your body and your teeth. Eat more fruits and vegetables to improve your overall appearance. Take crunchy raw fruits and vegetables to get rid of plaque as you chew them.