How to Whiten Teeth for Under $10

Natural teeth whitening is a great way to save hundreds, and still get professional-looking results. You probably already have the tools you need sitting in your house. Super- cheap teeth whitening is right at your fingertips! Here's how to whiten teeth for under $10 at home:

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Brush your teeth with baking soda two times per day, two day per week. It works as an abrasive, scratching off the top layer of yellowish plaque from your teeth. Don't brush with baking soda every day, since it can seriously damage enamel. Use "plus whitening" toothpaste for an extra-shiny boost.

2. Don't forget the fluoride. Baking soda will help keep your pearly whites healthier, but it doesn't contain fluoride to fight cavities. Make sure to use fluorinated water whenever you brush with baking soda. You won't need to use mouthwash afterward since baking soda neutralizes odors and freshens breath.

3. For two weeks, mix 1 part water with 2 parts Hydrogen Peroxide. Swish this around your mouth for 30 seconds and spit. Never swallow natural teeth whitener! You should see results after 14 days, but keep using this treatment any longer, and you could really damage your teeth.

Resources

• 5-Minute Maximum Whitening Speed Gel
• Whitestrips Dental Whitening System, 56 Strips
• Crest Whitestrips, Advanced Seal, 14-Count Boxes
• Crest Whitestrips Supreme Professional Strength, 84 strips

[blindsquirrel]

on 8/9/2009 I love natural remedies! We used baking soda growing up when we ran out of toothpaste. Good for so many things.