How to Whiten Your Teeth Naturally at Home

     

            6 Ways to Whiten your Teeth at Home Naturally

A good smile attracts everyone around you but what happens when you cannot smile more often just because of your teeth discoloration? 

Well, don't overthink it because here at live with me l got you covered! 

By using natural remedies it's possible to whiten your teeth without even using those whitening products which have chemicals which bleach your teeth and really make a lot of people concerns.

If you want to whiten your teeth naturally at home and safely without using those products with chemicals then here is how to whiten your teeth at home.

     

               Causes of Teeth Discoloration

There are lots of factors that can cause teeth discoloration

Teeth have a part called enamel which is the outermost part of the teeth layer. And also when plaque builds up on your teeth it causes them to appear yellow.

This yellow colour on your teeth can be treated with whitening remedies and regular cleaning.

But however other times the discoloration of the teeth can also be caused by the eroding of the hard enamel revealing the underneath dentin.

This bony tissue which lies underneath the enamel is the part called Dentin and usually, it's naturally yellow

Here is how to whiten your teeth naturally at home without using any chemical-based products.

1. Change your Food Dietary  

First, you should eliminate food and drinks which can stain your teeth, food, and drinks which contain tannins e.g tea and wine.

Also dark sodas and coffee can cause teeth stains.

Foods with acids will wear down the enamel and make your teeth look yellow.

        2. Brush your Teeth Regularly  

 Brushing your teeth every day is very important to keep your teeth bright.

Make sure you brush your teeth more often, especially after taking your meal, but however, Dentists usually recommend waiting 30 minutes after eating acidic foods or drinks since it leads to teeth erosion.

Acids foods and beverages weaken the teeth' enamel.

          3. Quit Smoking

Any kind of smoking and also tobacco products can bring the nicotine stain to your teeth.

It can also bring tooth decay and even also gum diseases which both damage the teeth enamel.

         4. Oil Pulling

This technique is an Indian traditional way of teeth whitening remedy.

The term oil pulling is when you wash your mouth using any type of oil, it helps to remove all dirt and any type of bacteria and also debris from your mouth.

The plaque which makes your teeth yellow is caused by these bacteria which oil pulling removes.

However, there is no scientific research that can prove that oil pulling does help in teeth whitening, but there are proves from people who have tried this method and got good results.

    Here is how to try this oil pulling;

After you are done brushing your teeth 

Take 1 tablespoon of any oil and rinse your mouth for about 15 to 20 minutes 

Then spit it out.

These here are the preferable oils;

1. Coconut oil

2. Sesame oil

3. Sunflower oil

         5. Using Baking Soda while Brushing

Baking soda helps to remove stains from your teeth surface, it has been known to be the safe way to remove teeth discoloration.

It also helps to fight bacteria which helps to reduce plaque and also aids to prevent tooth decay, hence helps to whiten your teeth.

          6. Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide polishes stains away from your teeth naturally since it has a natural and mild bleaching agent.

It also kills the bacteria in your teeth, hydrogen peroxide has been used regularly by people to kill bacteria in wounds since many years back.

But this hydrogen peroxide can increase sensitivity to your teeth, so it is not advisable to use it for a long period of time.

It is also not suitable for people who have sensitive teeth.

The concentration of Hydrogen peroxide in the stores is commonly 3% solution. So when using hydrogen peroxide, you can dilute it into a 1.5% concentration by mixing it with water equally. And use it as a mouth wash before brushing your teeth.

The second way of using Hydrogen peroxide is to mix 2 teaspoons of hydrogen peroxide with 1 baking soda to make a paste and use this mixture to gently brush your teeth.

Do this 2 to 3 times a week only and not more because overusing this mixture can cause erosion to your teeth enamel.

Bottom line

These are just among the few natural ways to whiten your teeth at home. These are home remedies that gently helps you to remove stain from your teeth and get rids of tooth discoloration.

However, if you need more whitening methods and faster results you can visit your dentist for more whitening treatments that are stronger.

 

Keep in mind that overusing any teeth whitening products can damage your teeth.

And remember to always visit your dentist to check what your options are.