We tried 5 homemade ways to whiten teeth (baking soda let us down)

The so-called Vita shade scale brings together a total of 16 shades that a tooth can have, from the lightest to the darkest. Scientists have discovered that at home you can whiten your teeth in a maximum of four shades, with the help of toothpaste, whitening strips and a whitening pen, as well as hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide.

At the awesome.club we didn’t dare to brush our teeth with peroxide, but we decided to try other cheap and popular products. Following instructions, five volunteers for our test tried different methods for a week. Participants performed the experiment at their own risk. So, as an old TV catchphrase goes, we don’t recommend that you try this at home. If you are going to whiten your teeth, consult a dentist first.

Method: It is necessary to pass the inner part of the shell over the surface of the teeth and leave it for 5 to 7 minutes. Then brush your teeth in the usual way. This method can be used frequently. The minerals found in a banana help to remove plaque and preserve the natural color of the enamel.

The impression:

“I felt like a savage, I think they cleaned their teeth like that. The feeling was great: the teeth were clean. The discomfort during use was getting part of the shell stuck between the teeth and after that, it was necessary to brush the teeth carefully. I found it uncomfortable having to eat bananas every day to get the skin, I usually don’t. Unfortunately, there were no visible effects.”

Polina

Result:

Conclusion: the teeth became a little lighter, the yellowness disappeared.

Method: the oil can be used to rinse the mouth daily (5 drops of 100% pure tea tree oil diluted in 1/2 cup of water). For additional enamel whitening, you can brush your teeth with a drop of oil, but this method cannot be used more than 1-2 times a week. Due to its antibacterial properties, the oil is successfully used in cosmetology and dentistry.

The impression:

“The first use of oil provoked irritation. For the first few days, the redness around my mouth took a while to disappear. My lips and the tip of my tongue went numb for a short while, but it passed. Therefore, it is best to check for possible allergic reactions first. The advantages, the oil is tasty and freshens your breath. I liked the method and I can continue to apply the oil, but only for preventive purposes. I didn’t notice any whitening.”

Maria

Result:

Conclusion: this method is more effective than using banana peel, the color became brighter.

Method: You need to crush a pill and use the powder instead of the toothpaste. As charcoal bleaching is an abrasive method, it is not recommended to apply the product more than twice a week. Due to its high absorption capacity, it is very suitable for cleaning tooth enamel.

The impression:

“The mouth in the cleaning process took on the look of a horror movie, although I knew that in the old days it was even elegant to paint your teeth black. After the first application, you can see that the teeth have whitened a little, but the old yellow plaque on the incisors has not disappeared. It is worth mentioning that it did not disappear even after the second or third cleaning.

I didn’t notice any visible difference between the second and third time. But, due to the fact that he was rubbing his incisor teeth hard, the gum started to bleed slightly during the third time. So this method is definitely not suitable for frequent use. Another downside: the entire sink and hands were smeared black. In general, this can sometimes be done to make the smile a little whiter, but it’s definitely not worth it to apply often.”

Natalia

Result:

Conclusion: Charcoal is more effective as a teeth cleanser than a whitener.

Method: Apply a small amount of oil to teeth before brushing. Let it act for about 15 to 20 minutes and brush as usual. You can repeat this procedure two to three times a week.

The impression:

“The procedure with coconut oil is not easy. How to apply it on your teeth and make sure it lasts for 20 minutes? In the end, it’s an oil. I made something like a mouthguard, but it wasn’t very pleasant. It is best to use a mouth guard used to whiten your teeth. Unfortunately, I didn’t get the desired effect.

Elena

Result:

Conclusion: As you can see in the picture, this method does not work.

Method: apply a pinch of baking soda to a toothbrush and squeeze a few drops of lemon. Then gently brush your teeth, as the bicarbonate particles can damage the very sensitive enamel. This method cannot be applied more than once a week.

The impression:

“In the beginning, the active chemical reaction of the ingredients pinches and burns the lips and gums a lot. Also, the baking soda tastes bad. But during cleaning these sensations disappear. The benefits: teeth and mouth cavity appear to be much cleaner than after a toothpaste or mouth rinse and it is pleasant. The downsides: depending on the sensitivity level of the enamel, the method may not be suitable for everyone. Interestingly, I didn’t notice much of an effect, maybe because I smoke. The desired result can only be obtained after a few months.”

Valeria

Result:

Conclusion: judging by the photos, this method is ineffective.

Based on the results of our little experiment, we state that if you need a 100% fast result, you’d better get in touch with experts. At home you will only get a light effect, which is hardly noticeable. If you want to try several safe methods, you can try, you just need to be patient to wait for the desired result.

Do you have any method that works to whiten teeth? share your secrets