DIY Tooth Whitening Methods
The majority of tooth whitening techniques are toxic and expensive. Try the following methods, next time you are looking to brighten your smile:
- Plax or it’s generic equivalent, can be used to whiten teeth. Take a mouthful, and hold it in your mouth, as you brush your teeth. This is not a natural method, but can be quite effective if used a few times a week. Do not use this method too often, as it can cause stripping of the enamel over time.
- Strawberries can be used to whiten teeth. Take a strawberry, and mash it up. Place some of the substance on top of your toothbrush, and brush teeth well. Rinse and wash out your toothbrush. Mix with a little baking soda, for added scrubbing power. Do not do on a regular basis, as it can strip enamel over time. I freeze strawberries during their season, so that they are available throughout the year.
- Rhubarb. The natural healer, John Heinerman recommends using rhubarb root powder for not only whitening, but healing a variety of dental diseases and problems with decay. It is also good for gum problems. This is not an easy substance to find, so I tried rhubarb it’s self. I take a stalk of rhubarb, slice it into pieces, and blend it in the blender mixed with a small amount of water. Put a small mouthful of the juice in your mouth, and brush as usual. Be sure NOT TO SWALLOW. Raw rhubarb should not be ingested. This is one of the very best natural tooth whiteners I have found. Be sure to stock up when it is in season, and freeze.
- Hydrogen Peroxide. Swish mouth with hydrogen peroxide after having brushed teeth. If using food grade, put 3-4 drops in a small amount of water, and swish around. Be sure not to swallow. Do everyday for about a week. This is also a very excellent method.
Do not abuse any of these techniques by using on a regular basis. Use now and then, to keep teeth white. Smile!
This article is meant to suggest possibilities, not diagnose or
treat. Use wisdom in your actions, and consult a natural doctor when needed.
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6 Comments
Best Dental Answers
August 31st, 2007
at 1:23pm
Well, I hate to comment negative but I was told in Dental School that Plax is a waste of money. It does not have the ADA seal of approval and it hasn’t been proven to do anything more than rinsing with plain old tap water will do. If you like the taste great, but I wouldn’t waste your money on it for whitening your teeth.
shadowmyth
August 31st, 2007
at 1:40pm
Well, I use a generic equivalent, and it has worked excellent for myself and other family members. I don’t go by ADA approval, or reviews, I go by what works. It was not something I was referred to do, it was just one of my experiments.
Thanks for stopping by.
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September 17th, 2008
at 8:45am
Most of the stains and problems in teeth may be caused by tobacco, coffee, tea or age. But sometimes such type of stains can be caused by some antibiotics as well such as tetracycline or too much fluoride.
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March 4th, 2009
at 12:35pm
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Sheri
May 24th, 2009
at 8:22pm
You CAN eat rhubarb raw. I have no idea where they got that you should not ingest rhubarb. I’ve been eating it raw since I was a kid.
ShadowMyth
May 24th, 2009
at 11:29pm
Rhubarb is very high in oxalic acid, which strips calcium from the body, and can cause kidney damage. Plants such as spinach also contain oxalic acid, though not in as high a quantity. All plants that contain oxalic acid should be eaten in moderation.