16 Simple Ways To Get White Teeth Overnight

You Will Need

• 1 part Epsom salt
• 1 part water
• Toothbrush

What You Have To Do

1. Mix the Epsom salt and water so that the salt dissolves in the water.
2. Brush your teeth with this.
3. Add some more water to the remaining salt-water solution and gargle with it.
4. Follow it up by gargling with plain water.

How Often You Should Do This

Repeat this 2-3 times a week.

Why This Works

This salt exfoliates the yellow layer of staining that has formed on the teeth. It is also antibacterial in nature (13).

12. Guava Leaves For Teeth Whitening

You Will Need

1-2 guava leaves

What You Have To Do

1. Crush the guava leaves to get a coarse paste.
2. Rub this on your teeth and leave it on for a minute or two.
3. Rinse your mouth and brush your teeth as usual.

How Often You Should Do This

Repeat this every alternate day for a few days.

Why This Works

Guava leaves can be used to treat a variety of dental issues such as plaque, infections, and gum swelling. Its flavonoidsA variety of naturally occurring substances found in many fruits and vegetables, often also rich in antioxidants. and phenols remove the oxidative stress caused on the teeth by different microorganisms, which is one of the reasons for the teeth staining .

13. Neem For Teeth Whitening

You Will Need

• 4-5 neem leaves
• 1 ½ cups water

What You Have To Do

1. Boil the neem leaves in warm water for a few minutes. Do not let the water heat up too much.
2. Strain the solution and let it cool down to lukewarm temperature.
3. Gargle with this water before or after brushing your teeth.

How Often You Should Do This

Repeat this every day or every alternate day.

Why This Works

Neem is a natural astringentA substance that causes bodily tissues to contract, often externally used as a lotion or serum to reduce oiliness in the skin. and also a soothing agent. Its regular usage will ensure that your teeth and gums are healthy and without any stains .

14. Orange Peel For Teeth Whitening

You Will Need

Orange peel

What You Have To Do

1. Rub the inside of the orange peel on your teeth for a minute or two.
2. Brush your teeth as usual with your regular toothpaste.

How Often You Should Do This

Do this every alternate day for a week or two to see results.

Why This Works

The acidic content of orange peels whitens teeth and also acts as an antimicrobial agent.

15. Strawberries For Teeth Whitening

You Will Need

• 1 strawberry
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

What You Have To Do

1. Mash the strawberry and mix it with baking soda.
2. Use a toothbrush or your finger to apply the mixture on your teeth. Leave it on for a few minutes.
3. Rinse off and do another round of brushing with your regular toothpaste.

How Often You Should Do This

This can be done once a week.

Why This Works

The acids, namely malic acid and ascorbic acidⁱ  XGenerally known as vitamin C, it is a white crystalline substance that functions as an antioxidant due to its high reducing capacity. , present in strawberries lighten the teeth stains. With a few uses, you will see that your teeth have become whiter and brighter (16).

16. Powdered Milk And Toothpaste For Teeth Whitening

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You Will Need

• A pinch of powdered milk
• Toothpaste
• A toothbrush

What You Have To Do

1. Take some toothpaste on the toothbrush and sprinkle a pinch of powdered milk on top.
2. Brush your teeth as usual and rinse thoroughly with water.

How Often You Should Do This

This can be done once or twice a week.

Why This Works

Research suggests that non-sweetened dairy products may have the potential to act as complementary treatments for oral health . Moreover, ancient Romans used goat milk to keep their teeth white (18). While there aren’t enough studies regarding the teeth-whitening properties of powdered milk, anecdotal evidence claims that mixing milk powder with toothpaste may enhance its effects and contribute to strain-free and brighter teeth.

So, these were the home remedies for teeth whitening. Most of them might need a few repetitions to show effective results. Do not use more than the recommended amount of the ingredients as the natural acids present in them will damage the tooth enamel on excessive usage.

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