Plaque will build up over time if given the chance. Even if you’re diligent about going to the dentist early and often, there’s still likely to be some plaque build-up that your dentist will have to remove. That’s fine. But if you haven’t gone in awhile (which I advise you to get in there and do), there are a few options to dealing with plaque at home. Here are a few things you can do either at your home or on the go to make your teeth look a little sharper. Aloe vera You’re well aware of how great this stuff is for sunburns. But it can help your teeth just as much, which comes as a surprise to most. If you mix water, baking soda, vegetable glycerine, and lemon essential oil, you’ll be able to whiten your teeth and remove plaque all at home! Baking soda Here’s a common ingredient that many cleaning products have (as well as some toothpastes). Because baking soda is somewhat abrasive, it works well to remove plaque from your teeth. All you have to do if you want to use this at home is dip your toothbrush into some baking soda and use it like you would toothpaste. The taste isn’t horrible, but it’s also not great. You should see the “paste” start to form as a foam. (And as a benefit, this can whiten your teeth somewhat if done over time.) Orange peel Wouldn’t have thought that citrus peels could be great to-go toothbrushes, would you? These are quite gentle so that your gums don’t bleed, but the acidity of them can help whiten your teeth and freshen your breath all in one go. The only other step to this is to wash your mouth with water after a bit so that the acid isn’t sitting on your teeth too long. Vinegar
The key here is to mix vinegar with a bit of salt and some water, and then you can swish it around a couple of different times across a few days. This will help break down the plaque that’s too hard to remove with your toothbrush alone. The thing to remember about all of these methods is to not replace brushing and flossing with them. You still need to adhere to a great routine for your teeth (and also visit your dentist regularly) if you want them to work superbly. These are just some suggestions to keep your teeth top notch at home if you ever feel like plaque is building up in certain spots.
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