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Teeth Whitening Methods
We are all dreaming about those perfectly white teeth like the ones we see on magazines or on social media, but let’s not jump to conclusions because sometimes what we see is not always what it really is in real life.
In case you don’t want to resort to any painful methods of whitening your teeth or you don’t want to spend a fortune on different expensive treatments, we are suggesting some other alternatives that can keep your teeth clean, healthy and having a natural white sparkle.
These methods will help you avoid chemicals, while also being natural and safe for your entire system.
- A classic remedy for whiter teeth is to brush your teeth with baking soda. This is a popular ingredient and it is often found in commercial toothpaste as well. It's a mild abrasive that can help scrub away surface stains on teeth. Additionally, baking soda creates an alkaline environment in your mouth, which prevents bacteria from growing. This is not a remedy that will whiten your teeth overnight, but you should notice a difference in the appearance of your teeth over time.
- You can start practicing oil pulling. This is a traditional Indian folk remedy meant to improve oral hygiene and remove toxins from the body.The practice involves swishing oil around in your mouth to remove bacteria, which can turn into plaque and cause your teeth to look yellow. Traditionally, Indians used sunflower or sesame oil for oil pulling, but any oil will work. Coconut oil is a popular choice because it has a pleasant taste and offers many health benefits. A few studies have shown that daily oil pulling reduces bacteria in the mouth, along with plaque and gingivitis. Unfortunately, no scientific studies have proven that oil pulling whitens your teeth. However, it's a safe practice and worth a try.Many people claim their teeth are whiter and brighter after regular oil pulling.
- Use hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide is a natural bleaching agent that also kills bacteria in your mouth. Many commercial whitening products contain hydrogen peroxide, although at a much higher concentration than you will use. Unfortunately, no studies have investigated the effects of rinsing or brushing with hydrogen peroxide alone,but several studies have analyzed commercial toothpastes containing peroxide.
- Eat fruits and vegetables. A diet high in fruits and vegetables may be good for both your body and your teeth. While they're no substitute for brushing them, crunchy, raw fruits and vegetables can help rub plaque away as you chew. Strawberries and pineapple are two fruits that have been claimed to help whiten your teeth.
- Use apple cider vinegar. This product has been used for centuries as a disinfectant and natural cleaning product. Besides its other multiple uses, the antibacterial property of vinegar is what makes it useful for cleaning your mouth and whitening your teeth. The acetic acid, which is the main active ingredient in apple cider vinegar, kills bacteria, but studies shows that is also has the potential to erode the enamel on your teeth. For this reason, you should not use apple cider vinegar everyday. You should also limit the amount of time that apple cider vinegar is in contact with your teeth.
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