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Does Natural Teeth Whitening Really Work?

By Johney Maron

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Published: 12Aug2010
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Almost everything we eat and drink will impact the color of our teeth. Over time, coffee, wine, berries and many other things will leave the teeth yellow and looking old. A smile that we are not proud to show can impact our confidence socially and professionally, so it is no wonder that many people regularly whiten their teeth. Many people want a brighter smile but either does not want the expense or the disadvantages of many of the over the counter tooth whitening and bleaching agents, such as the resulting tooth and gum sensitivity. The next logical solution is to turn to natural teeth whitening remedies. The question is, which ones really work?

Combating the effects of caffeine, nicotine and other stains on our teeth can be an ongoing battle, so finding a variety of natural teeth whitening remedies is key in keeping a beautiful smile.

Most Popular Natural Teeth Whitening Remedies
- Baking soda and hydrogen peroxide paste brushed on and rinsed off makes teeth bright. Not only is this effective and affordable, hydrogen peroxide is also the active agent in many of the commercially available whitening strips and trays.
- Bicarbonate of soda used 5 minutes before brushing
- A paste of mashed strawberries rubbed on to teeth can be effective in making teeth white
- Lemon juice is also quite effective
- Brushing one a day with apple cider vinegar is also an effective alternative to harsher tooth whitening agents
- A homemade whitening "tray" can be made by spreading a paste of toothpaste and baking soda on foil or plastic wrap and placing on teeth for an hour, once or twice a week, and brushing after.
- Rubbing the whites of an orange peel on the tooth surface also makes them whiter.
- Crunchy vegetables like carrots naturally scrub away debris and stains.

Precautions of Some Remedies
As with all things, care should be taken when using any home remedy. Even over the counter products can cause serious damage to the enamel surface of the tooth and should only be used with restraint. One of the most effective, and also potentially most harmful, solutions that you often find on the internet is the use of wood ash from the fireplace. Wood ash should only be used infrequently as it contains a small amount of lye. Both Lemons and strawberries are highly acidic and can weaken tooth enamel. Additionally, different tooth whitening remedies may work better for different stains, so knowing several solutions may help in whitening harder stains.

Natural Teeth Whitening Products Available Commercially
There are many natural tooth whitening products available on the market. Many of these ingredients that are very effective, and perhaps more difficult to find for the average consumer. Many of these use such things as bamboo powder, whose effects have stood the test of time. The commercially available natural solutions also save time for the consumer, are available and ready to use. Many people find that they are also cost effective.

Any tooth whitening product, over the counter traditional or natural or natural tooth whitening home remedies should be used with caution.

Johney Maron, medical device salesman, spends a lot of time on the road. Keeping his necessities stocked can be a challenge while traveling. Pharmaca helps him keep plenty of natural dental care products, vitamins, and nutritional supplements on hand so he can stay healthy. Having a selection of natural first aid items on hand have helped as well with everything from sunburns to headaches.

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