A good home remedy for teeth whitening is to brush your teeth daily with a whitening toothpaste along with a homemade blend that is prepared with baking soda and ginger, ingredients that are easily found in pharmacies and natural product stores.
However, other options like the strawberry exfoliant or the coconut oil rinse can also be easily prepared and used at home to brighten teeth and make them whiter.
In the case of stains on brown or grayish colored teeth that are caused by the use of antibiotic tetracycline in childhood no method of tooth whitening is effective, even the treatments done by the dentist may not achieve results. In this case, what is recommended to do is to place porcelain veneers on the teeth, which can also be called 'contact lens' for the teeth. Understand what they are and when this is an option.
1. Baking soda and ginger paste
This paste is good for whitening the teeth because it promotes exfoliation by removing microparticles of tartar that make the teeth yellowish and darker. However, this home treatment to whiten teeth should only be done 2 times a week not to wear out the teeth, causing tooth sensitivity.
Ingredients
- 2 to 3 teaspoons of baking soda;
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder;
- 3 drops of mint essential oil.
Method of preparation
Mix all ingredients very well and store in a tightly closed container and away from light. Whenever you brush your teeth, wet the toothbrush first, past the normal toothpaste, and then add this mixture by brushing your teeth thoroughly.
2. Strawberry and salt scrub
This blend contains vitamin C and a type of acid that help to eliminate bacterial plaque and remove dark spots. In addition, as it contains baking soda, it helps to whiten your teeth faster. This mixture should also only be used 2 to 3 times a week to avoid tooth wear.
Ingredients
- 2 to 3 strawberries;
- 1 pinch of coarse salt;
- ½ teaspoon of baking soda.
Method of preparation
Crush the strawberries until you get a pulp, then add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. Put the mixture on the brush and apply on the teeth, trying to keep it in contact with the wall of the tooth for about 5 minutes. Finally, rinse your mouth with water to remove the mixture and brush your teeth with a normal paste.
3. Coconut oil rinse aid
Coconut oil is an antimicrobial that helps eliminate bacterial plaque in addition to promoting the health of gums. This way, it is a very healthy option to whiten your teeth, eliminating dark spots.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of coconut dessert.
Method of preparation
Place a small spoon of coconut oil or coconut butter in your mouth. Let the liquid melt and chew it through all the teeth for about 3 to 5 minutes. Finally, remove the excess and brush the teeth.
In order to whiten your teeth successfully it is also important to follow some tips like not drinking dark drinks such as black tea and coffee, nor industrialized juices, which have many dyes and end up darkening the teeth. A good tip is to take these fluids with a straw or take a glass of water soon after. Check out more tips like these in the following video:
