There are many effective methods of teeth whitening available,
but some come with heavy price tags. Here are some steps you can take
at home to whiten teeth naturally without breaking the bank.
Things You’ll Need:
Straw
Toothbrush
Lemon Juice
Salt
Baking soda
Hydrogen peroxide
Strawberries
Step 1:
Limit your consumption of drinks that stain tooth enamel. A few of these
include coffee, tea and red wine. If you simply can't cut back on these
beverages, consider drinking them though a straw to limit the amount of
liquid that actually comes in contact with teeth.
Step 2:
Brush your teeth immediately after eating, especially if eating foods that stain easily, such as berries.
Step 3:
Rub raw strawberries on your teeth, preferably pureed. There is an
enzyme in strawberries that acts as a whitening agent. You'll want to
brush and rinse after applying the strawberries to remove the natural
sugars and acids they may leave behind.
Step 4:
Eat crunchy foods that require a lot of chewing such as carrots, celery,
broccoli and apples. These foods are abrasive and will remove built up
plaque, which dulls the appearance of teeth.
Step 5:
Dip your toothbrush directly into baking soda and brush. The results are
worth the lousy taste.
Step 6:
Combine lemon juice and one teaspoon of salt to make a paste-like
substance. Brush your teeth and rinse. Again, not so pleasant on the
palate, but your teeth will thank you.
Step 7:
Use hydrogen peroxide to brush your teeth. Dip your toothbrush into a
small capful of the peroxide and brush as you would with regular
toothpaste, being careful not to swallow. Rinse with water.
- Tips -
Consider using one of the several whitening toothpastes on the market
that have all-natural ingredients.
Brushing after every meal and flossing regularly are the first steps in
maintaining a healthy smile.
