There are multiple factors that cause teeth to become dull and lose their bright, white sparkle. Certain foods can stain your enamel, which is the outermost layer of your teeth. Additionally, plaque build-up on your teeth can cause them to look yellow.
While you can expect your teeth to change a little over the years, there are things you can do to avoid stains and embarrassing discoloration—and fortunately, these natural teeth whitening home remedies solutions don’t require bleaching trays, dentist visits, or use of unknown chemical solutions.
Let’s see the facts that turn your teeth yellow/beige or brown mentioned below:
• Drinking coffee or tea
• Smoking cigarettes
• Intake high acid food, including candies, soft drinks or soda.
• Antibiotic use
• Excessive fluoride intake
• Genetic factors
Here are 8 simple ways you can naturally whiten your teeth:
1. Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar (ACV), effectively works as a natural antibiotic and teeth cleanser, It is especially helpful for removing stains due to common culprits like coffee and smoking (nicotine).
ACV contains compounds including acetic acid, potassium, magnesium, probiotics and enzymes, which kill germs (dangerous “bad” bacteria) and at the same time foster the growth of beneficial “good” probiotic bacteria. Since it’s naturally acidic, it helps break down plaque or other substances stuck to the teeth. The pH of apple cider vinegar can remove stains from your teeth, which helps naturally whiten your teeth.
Take your finger and rub apple cider vinegar on your teeth for about one minute. After that you need to brush again with regular toothpaste.
2. Coconut Oil Pulling
Coconut oil can serve as a natural teeth whitener. Some people attest to their teeth becoming whiter and overall healthier by applying coconut oil to their teeth after they brush, and most people praise the results of oil pulling.
Simply put a spoonful of coconut oil in your mouth and swish it between your teeth for 5-10 minutes, or add a few drops to your toothbrush and brush it on. Another option is to apply coconut oil to a corner of a clean washcloth and rub it on the teeth.
3. Orange Peel
Cleaning your teeth with fresh orange peel on a regular basis will reduce the yellow tinge accumulated on your teeth. Rub orange peel over your teeth every night before going to sleep. The vitamin C and calcium in the orange peel will combat the microorganisms throughout the night. Do this for a few weeks and you will notice effective results.
4. Baking Soda
Mix little amount of baking soda with water and pour it over your toothbrush before you start brushing. Or you can apply it using your fingertips and leave it on for about 1 minute. Baking soda can work wonders for your teeth but be sure to use it sparingly or it can erode the enamel.
5. Less Sugar Intake
If you want whiter teeth, cut back on your sugar intake. A diet high in sugar supports the growth of Streptococcus mutans bacteria, the primary type of bacteria that causes plaque and gingivitis. When you do consume a sugary food, brush your teeth soon after you eat.
6. Lemons
The lemons can also help get rid of yellow discoloration. In fact, gargling with lemon juice and scrubbing your teeth with lemon peel is one of the best ways to make your teeth white again. Mix together a few drops of lemon juice and some salt. Apply the mixture on the stained teeth and rub the paste vigorously over your teeth and gums. Leave it on for a few minutes and then rinse your mouth thoroughly with water. Apply this twice daily for about two weeks to get rid of yellow teeth.
7. Strawberries
Strawberries can also help whiten teeth due to containing an enzyme called malic acid and vitamin C. The astringent found in strawberries helps to remove surface stains, while vitamin C washes away plaque. Mashing a few strawberries and brushing with the mixture once or twice a week can have positive results. You could also just eat strawberries, making sure to chew really well and allowing them to do the brushing on their own.
8. Brush After Drinking or Eating
The best way to whiten your teeth naturally, simply brush your teeth after eating your meal or drinking something. This takes a lot of persistence and can even be kind of difficult depending on where you are at the time of eating (such as work or school).
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