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23 August 2010
There are many ways to whiten teeth naturally, as well as expensive treatments, gels, or visiting the dentist to achieve a pearly white smile. Many of the foods consumed in our diets stain our teeth. The best way to whiten teeth naturally is to alter the diet, chew gum or drink water after every meal. Red wine, coffee, tea, tobacco, and unnatural processed foods do not help to whiten teeth, they help to stain the teeth over the long term. Many popular toothpastes promise to whiten teeth. Foods naturally stain when an individual grows older, and there are a variety of ways to whiten teeth naturally by changing the diet, quitting smoking, and/or drinking fruit juices and even cordial through a straw. When food hits the teeth saliva is formed, but this can dry up if not enough fluid is consumed throughout the day. Saliva is beneficial for the teeth and helps to whiten teeth, and this is the reason why experts state that chewing gum is beneficial for the teeth and gums. If the teeth are ignored and not brushed consistently – night and morning – or for the recommended two minutes in the morning and evening, plaque can start to build up in the mouth. This is when a build up of tartar occurs over the gum area and gives a blackened effect. Tartar is worse than plaque, plus it is very noticeable, so it is important to keep the mouth healthy through regular brushing, flossing, using mouthwash, and visiting a dentist regularly. Drinking fruit juices and cordial through a straw greatly helps to whiten teeth. When natural sugars do not coat the teeth, plaque cannot form. Excessive plaque causes bad breath, stained teeth, and tooth and gum problems. Some treatments that promise to whiten teeth may contain harsh bleaches, which whiten teeth in the short term but they may turn yellow at some point in the future. It is important to research about any product you wish to use if your only aim is to whiten teeth naturally. Fruits and vegetables whiten the teeth naturally, especially strawberries. Rubbing half a strawberry over teeth whitens them naturally. Natural sugars are always healthier on the teeth, gums, and the general health of the internal body than white plaque causing sugar. Reduce your intake of red wine, curry, coffee, tea in moderation, and drink clear juices through a straw. Eat more natural fruits and vegetables, floss the teeth, and brush regularly and the natural whiteness of your teeth will return.