How to effectively whiten teeth at home

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A bright and healthy teeth are not only a good sign of oral health, but also increase aesthetics. Therefore, the effective and safe way to whiten teeth and whiten teeth at home is of great interest and reference.

1. How to whiten your teeth at home

1.1. How to effectively whiten your teeth at home with salt Salt contains a rich mineral content, and is also a cost-effective and easy-to-find ingredient, therefore, how to whiten teeth at home with salt includes many simple methods. Simple as follows:
Gargle and brush your teeth with salt: Salt is a natural ingredient that fights tooth decay and prevents bad breath very effectively. Salt is also a traditional way of cleaning teeth when toothpaste has not been born. Therefore, you can use salt to clean the oral cavity. The effect will come after about 1-2 weeks of implementation. A version of this method is that you can combine toothpaste with salt to increase the cleaning effect, brighten teeth 3 times. Combination of salt and lemon: The composition of salt has many useful effects in removing plaque and yellow stains on teeth, thereby helping to whiten and bright teeth. Along with that, lemon with acid composition will stimulate the teeth whitening process to take place quickly and effectively. The method is relatively simple, take 1⁄2 teaspoons of small salt mixed with 1⁄2 teaspoons of lemon juice, suck this mixture for about 2-3 minutes. When sucking, you should spread the mixture all over the teeth and around the mouth, making it easier for the mixture to go to every nook and cranny, making the cleaning effect the most thorough. This method is a very effective way to whiten teeth at home, giving quick effects. However, you should only limit the frequency of use to 1-2 times a week. If used too often, the acid from lemon has the ability to erode tooth enamel, making teeth sensitive and weaker. 1.2. Mouthwash with coconut oil is an effective at-home teeth whitening Using coconut oil or some vegetable oil to rinse the mouth to remove dirt, bacteria and food plaque is a unique dental method . However, this method cannot completely replace regular brushing and flossing, but only works to clean and whiten teeth.
To perform this method, you can hold 1-2 teaspoons of diluted coconut oil in your mouth for 10-30 minutes, then spit it out and rinse your mouth with water. Note, when spitting out, need to use a container for storage and disposal, because coconut oil can clog the drain.
Once done, you should drink plenty of water.
Some other suitable oils that can be substituted include:
Sunflower oil. Sesame oil...

1.3. Baking soda and hydrogen peroxide Using a mixture made of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide is considered a popular and effective way to whiten teeth at home. This mixture can remove accumulated plaque as well as bacteria that are growing in the oral cavity.
To make this method, you can:
Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 2 tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide to make a paste. Use this mixture to brush your teeth. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. This method is considered safe and effective to remove stains on teeth, has a whitening effect and can be used daily.
1.4. Using activated charcoal to help whiten teeth Activated charcoal is one of the most effective ways to whiten teeth at home because it has the ability to remove stains and stains on teeth, thanks to its high absorption. At the same time, activated charcoal also has antibacterial properties, eliminating bacteria and toxins in the oral cavity.
Currently, there are many types of toothpaste containing activated charcoal with obvious teeth whitening effect. You can buy activated charcoal tablets and brush your teeth with your current toothpaste. When brushing, you should do it gently, especially carefully in the area around the gums because this position is relatively sensitive and easy to wear.
Alternatively, you can gargle with a small amount of activated charcoal for about 2 minutes, then rinse your mouth thoroughly with plain water.

2. How to prevent stains on teeth at home?

Besides the ways to whiten teeth at home, to help the effect last and be sustainable, you need to have some measures to prevent the formation or reduce unsightly stains on your teeth as follows:
Eat more fruits and vegetables with high water content Fruits and vegetables with high water content are one solution to keep teeth healthy. The water content can clean teeth and gums from plaque as well as bacteria that cause yellow stains on teeth.
In particular, papaya and pineapple contain papain and bromelain, which are enzymes that can whiten teeth.

Change your daily diet You need to limit foods that can cause yellow teeth, including: Alcohol, tea, coffee, soft drinks, dark fruit juices... can erode tooth enamel and tobacco...
Maintain oral hygiene Keeping your teeth clean is an extremely effective way to whiten your teeth at home, which very few people think about. You should brush and floss regularly to protect enamel, prevent tooth decay and remove yellow stains.
Thus, there are many simple and effective ways to whiten teeth at home. To be able to maximize their effectiveness, you need to pay attention to oral hygiene and daily diet.

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Reference sources: medicalnewstoday.com, healthline.com