How to Whiten Teeth With a Home Remedy
Teeth whitening products are extremely popular, and therefore extremely expensive. Many of the products have been proven ineffective, so what is a budget conscious consumer to do? There are alternatives to the harsh chemicals of store bought treatments that can be done at home. Give them a try to see which ones work best for you.
Things You'll Need
- Orange Peel Strawberries Hydrogen Peroxide Baking Soda Apple Cider Vinegar
Instructions
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Use "Grandma's Home Remedy." Simply take a teaspoon of baking soda and add some vinegar to it. Next, toss on a sprinkle of salt. This creates a paste to brush your teeth with. This home remedy has been extremely popular through the years and is a long time favorite of many.
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Rub strawberries on your teeth. A known trick to many top supermodels, strawberries have a property that brings out the whiteness in teeth. Strawberries can be mashed up, or used whole.
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Swish with Apple Cider Vinegar once a week. Vinegar is a great whitening agent, but daily exposure can do too much damage to tooth enamel.
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Mix baking soda into a mixture of 1/2 part hydrogen peroxide and 1/2 part water. Brush your teeth with this mixture. The key is the hydrogen peroxide, a well known ingredient in most teeth whitening products found in stores.
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Rub your teeth with the inside of an orange peel. Another great tip to bring out the shine in one's teeth, and a famous tip of many dentist for a quick teeth whitening remedy.
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Tips & Warnings
Don't skip on regular visits the dentist to keep your pearly whites clean.