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People first notice one’s smile and respond to it instinctively. However, most of us suffer from tooth discolouration over time. This may be due to the consumption of tea, coffee, wine and other substances that gradually stain teeth. Thankfully, there are measures you can take to restore your youthful, enchanting smile. Here goes:
Tooth-whitening kit: These can be a little pricey but are generally considered effective. The kit which you can get from a dentist, contains a gel-like solution you insert into a tray, which goes over your teeth daily for up to 20 minutes. The down side is that although they work by successfully bleaching your teeth, they may contain harmful corrosive ingredients as indicated on the label.
Brush with bicarbonate of soda: This cheap, (costs only Sh30) harmless food-grade powder is highly effective when used regularly over a prolonged period. Also known as baking soda, it helps to alkalise your mouth and get rid of bad breath. A natural exfoliant, it removes stubborn particles more effectively than toothpaste on its own. Most natural toothpastes contain this valuable ingredient. It is best used in conjunction with a diluted hydrogen peroxide mouth rinse for a maximum antibacterial and deodorising effect.
Activated charcoal: You can buy the powdered form from your local chemist or health food store. This sterile, natural substance is famous for removing poisons from your system and is often used in medical emergency rooms.
You can simply empty the contents of a capsule onto your toothbrush and gently brush your teeth. Hold it in your mouth for two to three minutes.
Rinse well and brush with your usual toothpaste. Within a week you will see results. The charcoal works by binding to tannin and other staining substances and drawing them to itself like a magnet.
NOTE: There are a number of other ways to whiten your teeth, but these are just three of the ones I have tried. Note that these recommendations are not meant to be used in place of the advice of a qualified medical practitioner. Try it for yourself and admire your pearly whites!
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