A smile is contagious. It is a way of letting the other person feel accepted and welcomed. The smile has become an essential part of dressing. It is the icing on the cake. Without a smile, a person even with the most expensive outfit, looks incomplete and ‘ugly’.
How else can someone smile if their teeth are in bad condition? This is why it is necessary to practice good hygiene. Discoloured teeth can be a big turn off. They make someone look older than they really are.
Most whitening products use chemicals to bleach the teeth. However, it is easy to naturally whiten your teeth with ingredients right in your kitchen. Here is what you need:
- Baking soda
Baking soda has natural whitening properties. It is a mild abrasive that scrubs the surface of the teeth. It is also an essential ingredient in commercial toothpastes. Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda with 2 teaspoons of water and brush your teeth with the paste. You can do this a few times per week. You will not get an overnight result but the appearance of your teeth would be much better.
- Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide which is natural bleaching agent kills bacteria. You can use it as a mouthwash or mix it with baking soda to form a whitening toothpaste. Use this homemade paste few times weekly because excessive use can erode your tooth enamel.
- Fruits and Veggies
Fruits and vegetables are not only good fro your body but your teeth too. Their crunchy feel and rawness help rub plague away while chewing.
- Practice good hygiene
Though the teeth get yellowish as one ages, there are some things you can do to prevent your teeth from staining. You may want to stay away from coffee, red wine, soda and dark berries because they cause teeth stain.