Choosing natural teeth whitening
There are so many natural teeth whitening that you can try to achieve that perfectly white teeth and sparkling smile. However, there are some natural teeth whitening remedies that can be dangerous to your teeth and health, while some can be very helpful
Below are some of the most common and proven natural teeth whitening methods:
Lemon juice
Add lemon juice when your brushing. You can deep your toothbrush in a lemon juice before adding toothpaste when brushing or you can rub the lemon peel on your teeth. This is one of the most hazardous methods for your teeth despite being commonly practiced.
Lemons are really bad whitening agent. Lemon has citric acid that can rob your tooth enamel of calcium. Lemon juice can really cause damage to your teeth. Because calcium is removed from your enamel, the decay of your teeth will be faster. It is really not a good idea to use lemon juice as part of your teeth whitening regimen.
Strawberries
Another misconception that eating strawberries can give you whiter teeth. There are some who tells you to apply strawberry pulp on your teeth or use it as toothpaste. This may taste yummy but can also be as harmful as lemon juice because of the same reason.
Strawberries contain maltic acid which can be harmful to your teeth and its seeds can damage your gums and teeth especially if you brush too hard. You should at least brush your teeth or rinse your mouth thoroughly with water after applying strawberries on your teeth.
Crunchy vegetables
Eating crunchy vegetables like celery, carrots, broccoli, and cucumbers can be good to your teeth. These group of vegetables act as natural abrasive and are effective in scrubbing away stains from your teeth like toothbrush.
Wood ash (Lye)
Hardwood ash contains potassium hydroxide that is proven to be an effective bleaching agent and can whiten your teeth. However, wood ash has potassium that can harm the enamel in your teeth every time you use it. Besides, wood ash doesn’t really tastes good. We recommend that you stay away from reguarly using these home remedy teeth whiteners.
Baking soda
Another popular home remedy of teeth whitening is brushing with baking soda and salt mixture. Your grandma maybe correct in recommending this because baking soda is effective in removing stains. The result will even be greater is you add peroxide. The buildup of bacteria and plaque can be prevented by baking soda, as well as reducing acid in your mouth.
More importantly, baking soda is safe to use and is readily available. To prevent irritation, rub the baking soda gently around your gum.
Peroxide
Peroxide is used by many to whiten their teeth by gargling the chemical mixed with water. But over-the-counter peroxide is not as potent as the peroxide contained in many teeth whitening products.
For a quick result, brush your teeth with a regular tooth brush, then swish peroxide around your teeth, then rinse it with water to remove any after-taste. Peroxide may irritate your gums and cause tooth sensitivity, but it is generally safe.
There are many household items that can make teeth whiter. However, some can be harmful and some can be useful. Being armed with the knowledge will certainly point you in the right direction to take.
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