The Best Home Remedy for Teeth Whitening That Works

Try oil pulling

If you are looking to get rid of toxins along with whiter teeth, look no further than an oil pull! This ancient healing technique is claimed to "pull" bacteria (responsible for bad breath, gum diseases, and tooth decay) from your mouth. It may also help by moisturizing gums for improved oral health. 

The method is simple as all you need to do is:

• Swish coconut oil in your mouth for about 5 to 20 minutes, and then spit it out.  

Make sure you do not swallow the oil during this process because it can upset your stomach.

The most effective and safe oils for this whitening home remedy are coconut oil, sesame oil, and olive oil. However, for more effective results with fewer hassles to find the right oil, you must try the Colgate Vedshakti Oil Pulling with an antioxidant-rich blend of five oils - Sesame, Clove Eucalyptus Holy Basil, and Lemon.

 

Brush off the stains with Baking Soda

Baking soda is another ingredient in many home remedies to make teeth white and is readily available in most kitchens. It is an inexpensive and easy home remedy for teeth whitening. 

To use this home remedy, 

• Add a few drops of water to baking soda until you form a paste. 

• Apply the mixture to the toothbrush bristles and brush as usual for about two minutes. 

• Leave for another minute before rinsing off thoroughly and patting dry with a clean towel or paper tissue.  

 

Using activated charcoal to whiten teeth

Activated charcoal is excellent at absorbing surface stains on your teeth that are causing yellowing! To clean your teeth at home with this home remedy, 

• Simply wet your toothbrush and dip it into the activated charcoal. 

• Brush your teeth as you would with any other toothpaste for two minutes before spitting out. 

• Be sure to rinse well, as activated charcoal can be messy.

Do not do this home remedy more than once a week, though, because too much of the activated charcoal could potentially wear down your tooth enamel.

 

Using hydrogen peroxide’s bleaching effect

Hydrogen peroxide, a bleaching agent, can also be used to lighten your teeth over time. It is also an effective home remedy for removing plaque and surface stains.

To use hydrogen peroxide as a home remedy for teeth whitening, 

• Mix it with water until you have a 50-50 solution. 

• Dip your toothbrush into the mixture and brush your teeth for two minutes before spitting it out (be sure to rinse well). 

You can do this home remedy up to twice a day, but we recommend only doing it once a day to avoid potential damage to your tooth enamel.

Using Colgate’s Active Oxygen whitening technology

Colgate has released Visible White O2 teeth whitening toothpaste with active oxygen whitening technology that is enamel-safe. Its pioneering Active Oxygen whitening technology is unlike most whitening toothpastes that just whiten the surface of the teeth. Its active oxygen formula gets absorbed into the enamel to whiten from the inside out, giving whiter teeth in just 3 days.* 

Visible White O2 active oxygen formula whiten teeth by releasing millions of warm, ultra-fine active oxygen bubbles as you brush. The active oxygen formula gets absorbed right into your enamel, lightens micro stains, gently whitening teeth from the inside out.

It is also a daily anticavity fluoride toothpaste that provides not only whitening but also daily oral care. Apart from that, Colgate Visible White O2 Toothpaste is also vegan and gluten-free.

 

Strawberry and baking soda paste

This home remedy is a great way to remove plaque build-up on your teeth as well as surface stains. Strawberries are loaded with Vitamin C, which helps to lighten teeth over time, while the baking soda gently scrubs away any unwanted blemishes. 

All you need to do is: 

• Mash up a few strawberries and mix them with baking soda until you have a thick paste. 

• Apply to your toothbrush and brush as usual for two minutes before spitting out 

• Make sure to rinse well.

 

You can also use this home remedy once a week or every other week. However, this remedy is not scientifically proven.

Whitening strips

If you are looking for an effective and best home remedy for teeth whitening, look no further than whitening strips. Most whitening strips have one common ingredient - peroxide (which causes the "bleaching").

To use this home remedy, simply, 

• Apply the strip as directed on the packaging.

• Leave on for the instructed time (usually 15-30 minutes). 

Be sure to avoid eating or drinking anything acidic like orange juice, coffee, or tea while the strip is on your teeth, as it can cause the strip to become ineffective.

 

Maintain an excellent oral hygiene

Bacteria and plaque build-up can also cause tooth decay and gum disease, leading to teeth yellowing. Regular brushing and flossing can go a long way in preventing this.

To brush your teeth correctly, 

• Use a pea-sized amount of Colgate Visible White O2 toothpaste on your toothbrush. 

• While brushing, be sure to cover all surfaces of your teeth (including the insides) for two minutes at least. 

• Spit out the toothpaste after brushing and rinse your mouth with water.