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Achieving a brighter, whiter smile doesn’t necessarily require a trip to the dentist or expensive treatments. Using just baking soda and coconut oil, you can create a natural teeth whitening remedy that’s easy, effective, and gentle on your teeth. Here’s how you can make and use this natural teeth whitener.
Benefits of Baking Soda and Coconut Oil:
Baking Soda (Sodium Bicarbonate): Known for its abrasive properties, baking soda gently polishes away surface stains on teeth and is alkaline, which helps to neutralize acidic bacterial waste products that can erode enamel.
Coconut Oil: Lauded for its antimicrobial properties, coconut oil can help to reduce plaque buildup and gum disease. The process of oil pulling with coconut oil has been shown to enhance oral health and whiten teeth.
Ingredients:
2 teaspoons of coconut oil
1 teaspoon of baking soda
Instructions:
Mix the Ingredients:
In a small bowl, combine the coconut oil and baking soda. Mix them together until you achieve a paste-like consistency. If your coconut oil is solid, you may need to gently warm it just until it melts, but ensure it is not hot.
Apply the Mixture:
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