Sometimes the average, and frequently advertised, toothpaste is no longer enough to keep your teeth white and clean. If this is the case, there are natural and effective alternative teeth whitening remedies that can be used from the comfort of your own home, utilizing articles found conveniently right in your kitchen. Many of these remedies are meant to supplement, and not replace, existing brushing habits.
One well known home remedy teeth whitening solution is baking soda. This salt was originally meant to be used during cooking, but its chemical properties make it ideal as a bleaching and cleaning agent. Because of this, many people use this home remedy as the toothpaste for their toothbrush occasionally. If brushed too vigorously however, there is a chance that the gums will bleed and damage may be done to the actual structure of the teeth. It is important to remember that a slight tinge of yellow is acceptable for teeth: as it is the calcium in the teeth that accounts for the soft yellow hue.
Another relatively well-known teeth whitening remedy is hydrogen peroxide. Because of how this solution breaks down the particles in most substances, it has been shown to be extremely effective when used as a mouth wash. Many people will find the stinging in the gums unpleasant however, and as a result, this remedy may not be for everyone. It can even be combined with the aforementioned baking soda: simply by putting baking soda on your toothbrush and sprinkling a little hydrogen peroxide over it. Rinsing too often with hydrogen peroxide can have a negative effect on your gums as well, resulting in bleeding and damaged tissue; most of these treatments are to be taken in careful, though regular, moderation and consideration.
For those that prefer the most natural teeth whitening remedies, certain foods can be eaten or rubbed on the surface of your teeth for a very well-received effect, something that many people are not aware of. Apples and strawberries are particularly preferred because they are the most common fruits found that have the fastest-acting chemical agents. Though direct application is required, because of the sugars and acids that coat these fruits, brushing your teeth with ordinary toothpaste afterwards is recommended. Combining these fruit juices with baking soda into a brushing paste is another effective idea, and it will need to be brushed off like the ordinary fruits.
Though these home remedies are known to work, (with results visible in varying times, of course) one should always remember to use these treatments in moderation. Because of how fast most of these teeth whitening home remedies work, it is important to not overdo the application, as it can wear away on your teeth and ruin your enamel – resulting in a complete reversal of the progress made and increasing their risk of developing cavities, as well as damaging gums. By carefully measuring the portions and implementing these techniques into your weekly routine, you will be able to see quick and satisfying results.