We live in an age that is almost ruled by coffee, which happens to be one of the biggest contributors to staining teeth and making them yellow. While step number one for whiter teeth would be to limit coffee intake, for some of us that may not be what we are ready for. So we’ve compiled a list of natural ways you can whiten your teeth at home.
Dental
hygiene is important. It can be a contributing factor to many diseases
in other areas of the body if not properly taken care of. One of the
biggest ways we can damage our teeth is through acidic foods and drinks.
In fact, a lot of times, the reason for yellow teeth is due to the
consumption of an acidic diet that causes the enamel to wear away on
teeth if they are not properly taken care of.
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Disadvantages of Whitestrips & Bleaching
There
are a number of whitening options one can explore via dentists,
whitening professionals or the drugstore. These include bleaching trays,
professional bleaching treatments and products like Whitestrips. There
is no doubt that these products do work, but there are reported
disadvantages to these options that don’t exist with doing the methods
below correctly.
Often
times the treatments above utilize harsh ingredients that can have
quite powerful effect of gums and teeth. This can create sensitivity for
both even after first use. For example, studies suggest that between
1/3 and 1/2 of all people who use Whitestrips will notice some degree of
gum tissue irritation. [1] If you’ve tried these products in the past,
you may have seen great results and had no irritation, but if you did
experience irritation, try the options below for a more natural approach
that is more in-line with a sustainable option as well.
Home Remedies For Yellow Teeth
1. Baking Soda
Baking
soda is known as being one of the most effective options for whitening
teeth. It’s why you see it added to a number of toothpaste brands.
Simply add some to your toothbrush while it is fairly wet and then brush
your teeth. Make sure the baking soda is wet enough and not dry as in a
very dry state it can scratch your enamel. But once wet, it becomes
soft and dissolves. *I’ve personally used this method and found that it
worked very well. Make sure you don’t use it dry! Also consider trying
it as a mouthwash. Add more water to it and swish it around)
2. Strawberries
Strawberries
are rich in vitamin C, which helps to make your teeth whiter. You can
do this by crushing a few berries and then applying them to your teeth.
Let it sit for about 3 -5 minutes and then rinse out your mouth well.
3. Lemon
Lemon
has a solid bleaching power, many have used it for their hair but it
can be used for the teeth as well. Squeeze lemon juice into a small bowl
and add some sea salt to it. Grind it down to a pit so you produce a
soft paste. Apply that to your teeth and let sit for 3 – 5 minutes.
Rinse well. It’s important to rinse this well as you don’t want to let
it sit over long periods of time and break away enamel.
4. Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen
Peroxide can be used quite effectively to whiten teeth. Due to its very
mild bleaching properties, it can be put on the teeth topically to help
remove stains. Create a 30/60 mix of hydrogen peroxide to water. Use it
as a rinse for about 60 seconds and then spit it out. *I have also
tried putting it directly on my teeth with a q-tip and letting it sit
for 60 seconds. This worked well also.
5. Banana Peel
This
one is controversial and I personally wouldn’t say this should be your
go to option. Some health professionals say it works, while other say it
doesn’t. In the end, the gritty surface, which is rich in magnesium and
potassium, may polish teeth and helped remove some stains on the
enamel. Results vary greatly and given the other options available, it’s
probably best to stick with them, but this could work according to
some. To do it, simply rub your teeth with the inside of a ripe banana
peel for 2 – 5 minutes. Rinse when finished. Do this twice a day.
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