There are many products out there that promise to whiten your teeth, but they often cost a pretty penny. While asking my friends and family for advice on what worked for them, I came up with my own home teeth whitening recipe. I wanted to share the concoctions I have made right in my kitchen that have given me the best results.
The first whitening recipe that I ever discovered was after I ate a handful of strawberries. I noticed once I looked in the mirror that my teeth looked whiter than before so I got to thinking and toying around with my fruit. I first took the same amount of strawberries I had eaten, which was five, and blended them in my blender.
I then took my strawberry concoction and used it to brush my teeth. I thoroughly brushed my teeth right after and made sure to floss right after just in case there were any strawberry seeds stuck in between my teeth and my gums.
I also didn't want to have the sugar from the strawberry eat away at my teeth and give me a cavity. I was trying to whiten my teeth and I didn't want to create any other sorts of problems and I'm sure you don't want to either.
The next recipe I used that was successful and right from my own home only has one ingredient, which is baking soda. I take a teaspoon of baking soda and spread it all over my teeth. I then brush my teeth as if I am polishing some old silverware. It works really well, but it can taste quite bland.
For those who are looking for flavor, I suggest dropping in a few drops of mouthwash to give it a mint taste. Another alternative to baking soda is using some hydrogen peroxide from your medicine cabinet. It is just as effective and not as messy as the baking soda.
I use about a half of a cup of hydrogen peroxide and swish it in my mouth for up two 30 seconds twice a week to maintain my smile. Just make sure that you do not swallow the peroxide or the baking soda! The most effective way is to brush with the baking soda and then use the hydrogen peroxide mouthwash right after.
I hope that my home teeth whitening recipe also works for you. I know that stubborn stains can be embarrassing and make people feel uncomfortable when they smile. I am always searching for new recipes so I can pass on affordable ways to whiten smiles and make people feel better about themselves.
