Tired of Your Yellow Teeth? Look Into These 5 Effective Remedies

1. Tired of Your Yellow Teeth? Look Into These 5 Effective Remedies Whitening photo created by diana.grytsku - www.freepik.com Have you noticed that your teeth are looking a bit yellow or they have a yellow-ish tint? Are you considering getting your teeth whitened to get rid of the yellow tint? If you think that you need to go to a dentist to get your teeth whitened, then you'll be pleased to know that that's not the only way to have sparkly pearly whites! Yes, you heard that right! Follow us on Install our App

2. FACT: There are some DIY methods that you can do from the comfort of your home to get rid of the yellow tint on your teeth! DIY with Caution If you are planning to conduct the method of whitening at home, you have to be careful about not damaging your teeth in the process by incorrectly using the products for a longer duration. It often leads to the wearing off of enamel in excess, putting you at risk for cavities and sensitivity. Woman face photo created by wayhomestudio - www.freepik.com TIP:If you want to avoid unnecessary hassle, simply opt for teeth whitening products and achieve the desired results. Follow us on Install our App

3. FAQs About Yellow Teeth How do our teeth turn yellow? The alteration of the color of our teeth happens in a gradual and subtle procedure. At times, it is inevitable to stop our teeth from turning yellow. When we grow older, our teeth darken and may appear more yellow. The underneath layer of the yellowish dentin of our teeth, the calcified tissue of the second layer, gets more prominent to the eye, while the external enamel layer eventually begins to wear away. FACT: Age is not the only determining factor of how yellow your teeth can get. Multiple factors are leading to it. Follow us on Install our App

4. What are the factors that lead to yellow teeth? Here are the factors that lead to yellowing of teeth: ● Lesser production of saliva or a chronic condition of dry mouth ● Bad oral hygiene and dental care ● Consumption of fluoride in excess ● The trauma of the mouth ● Genetic problems ● Older adults are prone to having yellow teeth ● As a result of side effects to specific mouthwashes and medications Follow us on Install our App

5. ● The practice of chewing or smoking tobacco ● Maintaining a diet that has a high quantity of simple carbohydrates and sugar ● Consumption of certain drinks or food, for instance, tea, coffee, red wine, or blueberries Top 5 Teeth Whitening Remedies Implement the remedies that have been listed as follows to prevent to treat yellow teeth: 1. Brushing Our Teeth We have to know the correct methods of brushing our teeth, and consequently practice them more often. Note here that it is essential to brush after we consume drinks and food that are commonly known for turning your teeth yellow. Follow us on Install our App

6. But, you should be cautious about brushing instantly after having drinks and food that are acidic in nature. Perfect skin photo created by lookstudio - www.freepik.com FACT: Immediate brushing of teeth may cause erosion, as the acids can wear off more enamel than necessary. People should brush their teeth for a duration of two minutes, two times a day. It is especially vital to get into every crevice and crack. TIP: Practice brushing delicately in circles to secure the gums. While brushing, cover the chewing areas, outside and inside of your teeth. Follow us on Install our App

7. 2. Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda It is commonly stated that if you use a paste of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda, it helps to remove the build-up of bacteria and plaque, and consequently removes unwanted stains. Bathroom cleaner photo created by freepik - www.freepik.com To make this paste, you have to use two spoons of hydrogen peroxide and one spoon of baking soda. When you are done brushing your teeth with this paste, you have to use water to thoroughly rinse the mouth. FACT: You can make a mouthwash with the same formula. TIP: You can also add water and baking soda to this mixture. Follow us on Install our App

8. 3. Coconut Oil Pulling FACT: Coconut oil contains ingredients that are great for removing plaque build-up and bacteria from the mouth, which in turn, whitens teeth. All you need to try out this home remedy is good quality coconut oil. In the case of this purchase, we must keep in mind that the product contains organic oil and ingredients of high quality that do not include harmful substances. Coconut oil pulling takes around ten to thirty minutes, during which you have to shift in your mouth, one to two spoons of coconut oil in liquid form. Follow us on Install our App

9. Make sure that the oil does not come in contact with the back of the throat. It is important to remember that you are not to swallow the oil, because it consists of bacteria and toxins from the mouth. TIP: To avoid clogging of drains, ensure to spit it into a wastepaper basket or the toilet. Then you rinse the mouth and consume a glass of water, before brushing the teeth. 4. Apple Cider Vinegar For the process of teeth whitening, if you are using apple cider vinegar, you will require it in very little amounts. Apple vinegar photo created by rawpixel.com - www.freepik.com Follow us on Install our App

10. For this, you can either purchase apple cider vinegar from online teeth whitening stores. Or you can make the solution at home. To make an apple cider vinegar mouthwash, you have to mix six ounces of water with two spoons of apple cider vinegar. You will need thirty seconds to swish this solution. The next step is to rinse with water. Now you are good to brush your teeth. Brush teeth photo created by ViDIstudio - www.freepik.com FACT: Overuse of apple cider vinegar for long durations of time may lead to damage to the surface structure and the hardness of the teeth. Follow us on Install our App

11. So it should be used only for short durations, and that too with caution. 5. Banana, Orange, or Lemon Peels It is claimed by many that we can make our teeth whiter by rubbing banana, orange, or lemon peels on them. Some people believe it is the effect of citric acid or the d-limonene compound which is present in the peels of certain citrus fruits that help in the process of teeth whitening. For this remedy, you have to rub the peels of the fruit gently for nearly two minutes on your teeth. Follow us on Install our App

12. Make certain that afterwards you have properly brushed and rinsed out the teeth and mouth respectively. However, there is no scientific research that talks about the efficiency of the utility of fruit peel to turn our teeth white. FACT: People who brushed their teeth with toothpaste that contains five percent d-limonene have informed that they have noticed a significant reduction of stains caused due to smoking, although it did not get rid of the stains due to long-term consumption of tea or tobacco. Activated charcoal photo created by pvproductions - www.freepik.com There are naturally more remedies you can go for, like using activated charcoal that can get rid of Follow us on Install our App

13. stains and pigments from the teeth due to its property of being highly absorbent. You can also eat vegetables and fruits that have a higher content of water, as they make sure our teeth remain healthy and cleanse bacteria and gums of plaque from our teeth, which cause the yellowness of our teeth. However, no matter which method of remedy you choose to go for, you should always be alert of any harm to your gums or enamel. Follow us on Install our App