By: Sam Keith
Submitted: 2009-03-26 10:16:02 | Word Count: 567
Teeth Whitening is a method adopted to keep your teeth clean of stains caused by bacterial pigments. We are going to look into different options available using which we can whiten our teeth at home and make those impenetrable by tooth germs. Some of these teeth whitening home remedies are unquestionably dangerous for your teeth while others may be worth your time. So, let us go through all the 7 options one by one to find out their utility.
Lemon Juice
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You might have had the tasty Lemon juice during summers to quench your thirst many times. But, I doubt if you know that it is used by many people as Teeth Whitening product. Brushing teeth with lemon juice, or rubbing the lemon’s peel across the teeth, is one of the most frequently used methods to whiten teeth naturally. Many people do not warrant this method as it can cause harm to your teeth in long run. Lemon juice rips calcium from tooth enamel which, in turn, weakens your teeth causing it to fall or get damaged soon.
Strawberries
Strawberries fall into the same category as Lemon juice does. Despite being tasty, the pulp of Strawberries can cause damage to your teeth when applied as Teeth Whitening material. If you have chosen Strawberries for teeth whitening, make sure that you brush your teeth or rinse your mouth shortly afterwards as the harmful acid and seeds of Strawberries could inflict damage on your gums or even your teeth.
Crunchy Vegetables
Vegetables are also used to whiten your teeth. Celery, Carrots, Broccoli, and Cucumbers are naturally abrasive, meaning their rough texture is used to clean your teeth of stains.
Wood Ash (Lye)
Wood Ash is another product that you can use to whiten your teeth. It contains potassium hydroxide that helps you whiten your teeth acting as a bleaching agent. This product is used widely in remote areas. Potassium hydroxide, one of the contents of Wood Ash, causes harm to enamel in your teeth over a period of time because of regular use of Wood Ash. Considering bad taste and detrimental content of Wood Ash, I would advise you to keep away from it.
Baking Soda
Baking Soda is one product which is popular for its Teeth Whitening properties with side effects being next to nothing. Many people across the world have tried baking Soda and Salt mixture out and have been their exponent since the very first usage. It can actually be effective in removing stains, especially with the help of peroxide. Baking soda will also help you kill bacteria which cause plaque, and reduce acids which can harm tooth enamel. Baking soda is available for its usage almost everywhere and is safe to use. Brush gently around your gums with Baking Soda mixture to produce its profound effect on your teeth.
Peroxide
Application of peroxide to white teeth is done by few people who are unaware of the fact that over the counter peroxide is not nearly as concentrated as the peroxide found in effective teeth whiteners. The popular peroxide is safe, however, it may irritate the gums and cause tooth sensitivity over time.
What I have noticed is that Home Teeth Whitening products do not produce as much effect as Teeth Whitening Products available online, e.g. Cleansing Swabs, Strips and Gels. Cleansing Swabs are in demand nowadays with more and more people subscribing to it.
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