There are many causes of tartar, one of the main ones is poor oral hygiene in many people, this together with eating foods high in salt provides the ideal scenario for it to appear. Today we are going to show you a recipe with which you can eliminate tartar and whiten your teeth naturally, without having to go to the dentist or spend a lot of money on expensive procedures.
What is tartar and why does it form on teeth?
Tartar is the accumulation of hardened bacterial plaque that forms on the teeth and can even get under the gums, causing gum problems.
There are two main types of tartar:
Supragingival tartar : is the tartar that is located on the surface of the teeth and above the gums.Baking soda
Baking soda is one of the best home remedies to remove tartar from your teeth.
You will need to make a mixture of two parts baking soda to one part salt, mixing everything well with a little water.
Dip the toothbrush in the mixture and rub it over the areas where tartar has accumulated.
It is very important to remember that you must rinse your mouth thoroughly afterwards, preferably with a dental irrigator, as there should be no trace of baking soda left, since coming into contact with the client can damage the enamel.
Lemon juice
Lemon has fantastic bactericidal properties, so in this case, mix the juice of half a lemon with about 150 ml of water and use it to rinse your mouth as if it were a mouthwash.
In the case of lemon, it can also damage teeth because it is an acid, so you should rinse your mouth thoroughly after using it.
Hydrogen peroxide
We prepare a mixture with about 100 ml of water and 30 ml of hydrogen peroxide and rinse them with it, thus disinfecting and eliminating tartar.
Remember to rinse your mouth well once you’re done.
Causes of accumulation
There are different causes for tartar build-up , including:
Poor oral hygiene.
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