Whiten teeth naturally
(MS) — If coffee, cigarettes and food have left their
mark on your teeth, you’re not alone. There are plenty of people who would try
anything to get back their pearly whites.
“Teeth naturally yellow for a number of reasons “ according to Elisa Mello, DDS, from NYC Smile Design, a
New York-based cosmetic and restorative dental practice. But did you know that
Mother Nature has some natural solutions to getting back your pearly whites?
Here are some tips provided by Dr. Mello:
· Eat foods that act like detergents and whiten teeth
naturally. To keep teeth bright and prevent yellowing, you need to remove the
staining bacteria by chewing certain crunchy fruits and vegetables that produce
high salivary flow and actually work like tiny toothbrushes to help scrub away
stubborn stains over time. So, take a bite out of apples, carrots, pears,
guavas, cauliflower and cucumbers.
· Eat dark green vegetables. Vegetables like broccoli,
lettuce and spinach act like a barrier on teeth by creating a film that
prevents stains from recurring and can actually help scrub away stubborn stains
over time.
· Eat lots of high-fiber and whole foods - they act as
natural tooth cleansers.
· Mash a few strawberries in a bowl and then take your
finger and spread the pulp all over your teeth.
Leave it on a minute or two, and
then thoroughly rinse and brush it off.