Have you been dreaming of whiter teeth but are unsure how to achieve them? Well, it doesn’t need to be this way. There is an easier solution.
At home, there are ways you can brighten your teeth considerably with these homemade tips for whiter teeth. However, as some may potentially harm them instead of helping, it would be wise to consult a dentist prior to starting any course of treatment.
Baking-powder
Baking-powder can be an efficient and safe solution to remove surface stains from your teeth, providing an alternative to chemical whitening products containing bleaching agents that could potentially cause sensitive teeth and other health complications.
To create your own baking-powder, combine two parts cream of tartar with one part baking soda. If storing for an extended period, consider adding one teaspoon of cornstarch as it helps ensure everything stays dry and separate.
Baking powder is an incredible DIY teeth whitening solution, producing carbon dioxide gas when combined with liquids and heat. Baking-powder should be stored safely so as to not get damaged or go bad quickly.
Lemon juice
Lemon juice is an effective natural tooth whitening agent that helps remove stains from teeth. However, its acidic nature may corrode tooth enamel over time so its use should be limited and used only as needed.
As soon as you consume acidic food or drinks, it is crucial that you rinse your mouth immediately with water to neutralize and restore its pH balance. Doing this will restore equilibrium back into its proper level.
Erosion of tooth enamel is an irreversible process with serious health repercussions, including darker-coloured and more vulnerable teeth, increased tooth sensitivity, decay and other dental concerns.
Baking soda and lemon juice is a highly recommended method to whiten your smile quickly, producing noticeable results in several weeks or months.
Strawberry
Many people turn to DIY teeth whitening solutions as an affordable and natural way of brightening their smile. Unfortunately, most of these methods may actually harm their teeth over time.
Lemons and baking soda have the ability to gradually wear away tooth enamel over time and aren’t recommended as part of a holistic oral healthcare regime. Furthermore, both products stain teeth – another reason most dental professionals advise against them.
Strawberries make an excellent DIY teeth whitening solution because they contain malic acid, which is less harsh than citric acid and works to dissolve discolorations from tooth surfaces while simultaneously helping remove any debris or surface-level deposits from them.
Recipe requires mashing one strawberry with half a teaspoon of baking soda, mixing well, then using a toothbrush dipped into this solution to brush your teeth for five minutes, leaving on for five more, before rinsing thoroughly afterwards. Repeat once or twice weekly to achieve whiter smiles!
Sea salt
If you want to save money while avoiding harmful chemicals in toothpaste, a homemade solution with sea salt could be just what’s needed for teeth whitening. Sea salt’s gritty surface allows it to safely cleanse teeth without harming enamel or leading to gum disease – plus, its antimicrobial properties help fight disease as well.
Baking soda is another great natural ingredient to use when creating DIY toothpaste: it serves as an effective replacement for traditional toothpaste while simultaneously killing germs and killing bacteria.
Baking soda is highly alkaline, providing an alkaline environment in your mouth to counteract acidity that causes tooth decay and kill germs that contribute to bad breath. When mixed with some water, baking soda forms a paste-like consistency for use by toothbrushes when brushing teeth.
Salt can be an invaluable ally in treating oral thrush and canker sores by eliminating some of the bacteria causing irritation in your mouth. Rinsing with saltwater solution may also aid injured gums heal more rapidly.
