Home Remedies for Teeth Whitening
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Teeth Whitening Home Remedies:
Submitted by EK at 2007-10-27 10:12:22
I saw the Tyra Banks show yesterday, she said that Catherine Zeta Jones uses strawberries to whiten her teeth. Later in the show, Tyra tried it. She just rubbed the strawberry across the front. I didn't think it would work-her teeth are already whitened (bleached?) Anyway, I bought some strawberries and tried it. It sure did make a difference right away! It totally freaked me out! I couldn't believe it. The only thing though...Tyra didn't say to brush your teeth immediately afterwards. I learned that be reading up on the internet. I don't know how healthy it is, but I do know it worked right away. I just quit smoking a month ago...so I have some stains...it was nice to see. I also don't think that Tyra would be putting it out there to use strawberries if she didn't first have a dentist say it was okay to say it first. (so people don't sue her )EK
rating: 7 (108 votes)
Submitted by Jennifer Dozier at 2008-04-10 11:23:44
Whitening Teeth with Lemon Juice
Procedure: Brushing teeth with lemon juice
Lemon juice is an acid and can harm your teeth. You may end up with a LOT of cavities and irreparably damaged tooth enamel. The reason that lemon juice 'works' is that it causes the teeth to lose calcium (which gives teeth some of their off-white color). Calcium is a major component of healthy teeth, and once it is lost, your teeth become very susceptible to decay. DO NOT use lemon juice for whitening.
Whitening Teeth with Wood Ash
Procedure: Brushing teeth using wood ash (i.e. from your fireplace)
The reason wood ash whitens your teeth is because it contains potassium hydroxide (aka lye). However, only hard wood ash contains significant concentrations of potassium hydroxide. Soft wood ash does not. Before lye was available commercially, soap was made by leeching the potassium hydroxide from hard wood ash and then combining it with tallow (rendered animal fat). You may want to exercise caution when using hard wood ash too often as a tooth whitening agent. The harshness of the potassium hydroxide could significantly damage your teeth over time.
Whitening Teeth with Strawberries
Procedure: Brushing teeth using mashed strawberries
It is not advisable to brush your teeth with strawberries. The sugar and acid in the strawberry will harm your teeth more than it will help if you don't brush your teeth after.
If you eat an acid fruit such as strawberry or any other healthy but acidic food such as yoghurt, I would advise that you wait at least 20min to brush your teeth since the acid softens the enamel and you would be brushing some enamel away if you brush immediately. After 20 minutes the saliva would have 'buffered' the acid on the teeth and would be OK to brush and floss.
Whitening Teeth with Baking Soda
Procedure: Using Baking Soda with toothpaste while brushing
Baking Soda won't bleach your teeth, but it will help get plaque off and make them shine. Be warned that Baking Soda is an abrasive and if you use it too much, the enamel on your teeth can get damaged.
Whitening teeth with Hydrogen Peroxide:
Studies on humans repeatedly using oral health products containing hydrogen peroxide have shown that:
* using mouth rinses or mouth washes that contain up to 1.5% hydrogen peroxide once or twice daily for up to 2 years had no adverse effects on the inside of the mouth, gums or tongue and can even improve gum health significantly.
However, one study reported discoloration of the inner lining of the mouth and the tongue when used 4 times daily for 5 weeks.
* adults who brushed with a toothpaste containing 0.87% hydrogen peroxide twice a day for 6 months showed no differences in gum health
* rinses containing 3% hydrogen peroxide used 3 to 5 times per day can cause irritation in people with a previous mouth injury; and
* rinsing and brushing 2 to 3 times daily with products containing more than 6% hydrogen peroxide can affect the tongue and gums in some healthy people.
There are studies being conducted upon hydrogen peroxide and DNA damage, cancer, reproductive disorders, etc.
So I cannot stress enough to use the proper dilution rate, no more than twice a day, and do not swallow!
rating: 6 (74 votes)
Submitted by Ashley at 2008-12-02 13:21:47
A dentinst told me to brush my teeth really good. Then get a white wash cloth, pour some extra virgin olive oil on it and scrub your teeth. I was thinking okay wow this sounds weird. Anyways I bought some and did it thinking a nasty taste would be in my mouth and it worked right away. I am still blown away at the results. Who would think of e.v.o.o.
rating: 6 (66 votes)
Submitted by Suzette at 2006-05-06 11:52:52
My grandmother's home remedy for teeth whitening is as follows:
mix on small plate the following
1 tsp baking soda
dash of salt
then add a few drops of white vinegar, which will foam.
Then brush with toothpaste afterwards.
It works great! I've used this for last forty years.
rating: 6 (182 votes)
Submitted at 2003-11-07 17:47:19
Rub on the teeth a paste of baking powder and water.
rating: 6 (147 votes)
Submitted at 2009-04-16 12:24:42
I used 2 teaspoons of baking soda and 3 teaspoons of peroxide (this makes a paste) and brushed my teeth with it and then let it sit on my teeth for two minutes then rinsed.
After this I poured some apple cider vineger into a spoon and dipped my toothbrush in it and brushed my teeth with that. Just continue to dip the toothbrush back in the vinegar often.
This worked wonders immediately and my teeth are so much whiter.
rating: 6 (16 votes)
Submitted at 2007-12-20 18:53:37
About using hydrogen peroxide to whiten your teeth; it states clearly on the package that it can be used in the mouth, as long as it is equally diluted with water. Just try not to swallow the mixture. There is nothing unsafe about this method like posts before have continually stressed.
rating: 6 (65 votes)
Submitted by Jessica at 2008-12-19 21:18:13
Neem works great for whitening teeth. It's an ingredient in most natural toothpastes but you can get it and do it yourself just as easily.
rating: 6 (18 votes)
Submitted at 2005-12-26 17:31:27
Pour a little bit of hyrdogen peroxide on your toothbrush and then put some baking soda on top then just brush your teeth with it. Rinse your mouth when your done. (Note: it tastes really bad and do not swallow!!!)
rating: 6 (73 votes)
Submitted by Nelly at 2007-09-03 00:24:19
Salt for teeth
I use plain table salt on my toothbrush to remove plaque, tartarand bad breath.
Then I brush a second time with toothpaste and sprinkle salt over the paste. My mouth has never felt so clean and my teeth looking so bright.
rating: 6 (49 votes)
Submitted at 2006-03-19 20:36:40
Hello,
My name is Belinda and I have been reading some of these...one thing i can tell u is that if u use lemon ur teeth will turn white but because they are loosing color and they are becoming weak, if u use strawberries, make sure u wash your teeth very well after each time you use the strawberries. My best method is just to use baking soda or hydrogen peroxide, just mix one of the two with you toothpaste and thats it, rinse afterwards and thats it...thanx
rating: 5 (36 votes)
Submitted by debreno at 2005-01-21 15:09:08
hey its as simple as 100% Apple Cider Vingar brush your teeth in this not only does it help to whiten your teeth your going to think you been to have them cleaned. Safe and sanitary
rating: 5 (79 votes)
Submitted at 2008-11-02 20:58:47
I use hydrogen peroxcide & baking soda on my toothbrush with some toothpaste when I brush my teeth. Only do it this once a day- because if you have sensitive gums, it could wear away gum tissue in your mouth, so be careful. (And try trident gum. It really seems to help whiten your teeth!)
rating: 5 (10 votes)
Submitted at 2003-11-07 17:47:19
Rub the inside of an orange peel on the teeth.
rating: 5 (89 votes)
Submitted by Amanda at 2007-12-18 10:07:24
I am a heavy smoker/tea drinker. There are a few effective ways to whiten teeth. Baking soda and peroxide works well. Make a paste, put it on your brush, and brush away. The peroxide stings a little. Do this two times. Brush right after words two times. Do not use this method on a regular basis. You risk taking the enamel off of your teeth because baking soda is an abrasive. Strawberries...I have tried...they work decently, but the sugar in the strawberries ruins your teeth. You must also brush afterwards if try this method! I enjoy seeing white teeth in my mouth. Baking soda/peroxide!!
rating: 5 (48 votes)
Submitted by Jillian at 2006-04-14 15:52:32
I used to have really yellow teeth from drinking so much coca-cola. I bought teeth whitening stuff from stores, but they wouldn't work. I looked on the ingrediants to see what was in it, and I saw hydrogen peroxide. So I took a swig of hydrogen peroxide, and swirled it around my mouth, (just like mouthwash) and left it in for a minute. I saw a difference in just 2 days!
rating: 5 (89 votes)
Submitted at 2007-04-10 16:31:43
For those of you saying to use Hydrogen Peroxide, I strongly advise that you do not. This is because Hydrogen Peroxide is a VERY powerful oxidising agent and if it is accidentally swallowed it could lead to death or loss of sight if it comes into contact with the eyes. Also it's pretty corrosive, which is definately not good for your teeth. But I do strongly advise you to use Baking soda as it is very effective, plus it's used in baking so it's not as dangerous if you swallow it.
rating: 5 (115 votes)
Submitted at 2005-12-21 09:17:39
Believe it or not...strawberries will whiten your teeth. Rub fresh strawberry on your teeth daily and watch. A strawberry may also be mashed and applied with a tooth brush.
rating: 5 (42 votes)
Submitted by D at 2008-04-01 02:02:49
DON'T brush your teeth with anything granular like burnt toast or baking soda, etc. It's like using sandpaper on your teeth. You will eventually regret it when the enamel is thinned out.
rating: 5 (12 votes)
Submitted by jeremi at 2008-04-17 11:13:39
hydrogen peroxcide is a great way to whiten your teeth...as is baking soda. make a paste and brush it on your teeth...now if you have a black lite then keep your mouth open and your lips above your teeth while you are in direct path of the florecent lite... the lite activates the hydrogen peroxcide and your teeth come out beautiful... approved by my dentist
rating: 5 (16 votes)
Submitted by tabby at 2008-04-23 18:13:50
alright if u want t your teeth to be clean and white take dead sea salt and baking soda the same amount of each and mix it to gether uit would be best if you crushed it so it wouldnt have big chunks of salt.. then just use it as your toothpaste ... good luck
rating: 5 (15 votes)
Submitted by nidhi at 2006-04-09 01:21:32
rub mustard oil and salt - beautiful results.. it might gv u a burning sensation to gums but is a home remedy that i use.
rating: 5 (25 votes)
Submitted by Becky the bear at 2005-03-06 23:36:32
strawberries are natural teeth whiteners...take and rub against teeth!!
rating: 5 (36 votes)
Submitted by Jennifer at 2008-04-10 11:36:06
While apple cider vinegar provides many health benefits to our teeth and body it is also important to take precautions when ingesting the acidic concoction. If used incorrectly, the cider vinegar has the capability of eroding the tooth enamel. However, if diluted and used correctly, the vinegar provides us with a healthy way to whiten and clean teeth between dentist visits.
A teaspoon of apple cider vinegar mixed with a glass of water becomes an easy and effective mouthwash for our teeth and gums. The mixture is weak enough to keep tooth enamel in tact, yet strong enough to remove tartar deposits that build up between dentist visits. Used daily, the mixture has the capability of reducing deposits and safely whitening your teeth dramatically. This cider vinegar mouthwash, along with daily brushing, is an effective remedy in preventing tooth decay...and making your next dentist visit much less painful!
The same cider-water mixture can also be used to relieve sore gums and ulcers. Rinsing your mouth with the concoction will ease the pain of sore gums and pesky ulcers. Just one more reason why apple cider vinegar should become a part of your daily toothbrushing routine! For ulcers, however, you may want to dilute the mixture with more water to prevent stinging from the acidic quality of the vinegar.
The rules of using apple cider vinegar for healthy teeth are simple - a little vinegar diluted with water will do the trick! Becoming a part of your daily routine, cider vinegar mouthwash will promote clean and healthy pearly whites and pain-free gums for years to come.
Now, time to mix that mineral-infused concoction, and prepare to make your dentist proud!
rating: 5 (17 votes)
Submitted at 2006-04-15 03:00:16
eating lots of apples especially after a meal really helped whiten my teeth
rating: 5 (12 votes)
Submitted at 2007-08-22 21:19:46
Don't use fruit!!! It has natural sugar so it'll make your teeth more yellow later on in life. It just looks like it's working but it really isn't!!!
rating: 5 (15 votes)
Submitted by donald d. at 2009-01-27 14:08:14
grab a white towel pour xtra virgin olive oil on it rub real good inside&out brush normally rinse,then get 100 percent apple vingar pour on to tooth brush brush good re-brush with reg. toothpaste.brighter in minutes.also u can use bakin soda but not to often
rating: 5 (4 votes)
Submitted by Anonymous at 2009-04-02 19:14:04
This takes a couple of weeks, but rinsing daily for 5 minutes with coconut oil works wonders.
rating: 5 (2 votes)
Submitted at 2009-05-26 15:45:18
this works reall good!----cut one strawberry in half,
put in a little cup that is a bit wet inside,
put in a teaspoon of baking powder,
mash and mix and it should foam a little,
then brush your teeth with it!
enjoy
rating: 5 (2 votes)
Submitted by The Herbal Doctor at 2006-10-30 22:13:49
Get the finest ash from burnt charcoal, mix it with your toothpaste thoroughly, then brush the mixture very slowly and very lightly on your teeth. Do the brushing for 10 minutes. The base chemical on the ash is a powerful stain remover.
rating: 4 (26 votes)
Submitted by bri at 2007-09-01 23:45:25
i was looking on this site for rememdies for white teeth, & everything seemed too basic. So heres what i did : I got a bowl; put 1 teaspoon of lemon juice; & 2 teaspoons of baking soda; then i mixed it together; after that, i added a couple squirts of crest whitening expressions ( cinnimon rush, but use whatever flavor youd like ) & little water. Then mixed it to gether for 30 seconds; then brushed. After, just rinse out your mouth and wahlah, a brighter smile!
rating: 4 (19 votes)
Submitted by Johanna at 2008-08-13 00:47:03
Brush once with tooth paste, then apply peroxide with tooth brush and then rinse... Just started 3 days ago and my family noticed the difference.
rating: 4 (4 votes)
Submitted by Anne at 2008-05-09 21:09:23
Hello,
I would like to pass on a home remedy that has been in our family for years. It is tried and true and my results over the past 10 years have been fantastic!
Simply mix a little fish oil and butter, add a dash of salt and brush regularly. Your teeth will be noticably whiter in days!!!
rating: 4 (24 votes)
Submitted at 2003-11-07 17:47:19
Make a paste by grinding dried bay leaves and dried orange peels and adding a little water. Use as a teeth whitener.
rating: 4 (34 votes)
Submitted at 2003-11-07 17:47:19
Make a paste of equal parts lemon juice and salt and apply to yellowing spots.
rating: 3 (35 votes)
Submitted by Ari Dubov at 2007-03-21 18:48:48
The only thing that really works to whiten teeth is in office laser whitening, such as zoom or britesmile, any thing else has limited results. I had a chance review many dental as well as other products and found that only light assited bleaching works fast and with good results.
rating: 3 (30 votes)
Submitted by Tina Cave at 2006-05-17 21:16:31
Burn a piece of toast, then scrape off the black layer of the toast.Then mix it with your toothpaste, Use this method every night before bed.
rating: 3 (21 votes)
Submitted at 2009-02-23 05:01:53
I use salicylic acid and straight peroxide and banking soda.Mix into a past and brush it on rinse and brush twice.Your teeth will be white in days.....HOHA
rating: 0 (0 votes)
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