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Here’s How to Whiten Yellow Teeth, Remove Plaque and Tartar BuildupBeautiful teeth are always synonymous with beauty but also with good dental hygiene. Indeed, our smile can beautify us or make us ugly, depending on the state of our teeth. Among the problems that our teeth generally suffer from, we find the accumulation of tartar, dental plaque or even the yellowing of the teeth which remains unsightly. Dental plaque: Dental plaque is made up of bacteria that produce acids that attack tooth enamel and can damage gums. It develops when food debris and bacteria are not effectively removed by regular brushing. It forms a clear to light yellow deposit on the teeth. This could be the main cause of many oral hygiene problems. Tartar: Tartar is the result of a calcification process of dental plaque. It can appear on the teeth or under the gums when dental plaque is not treated quickly. It then becomes difficult to get rid of and we often resort to a specialist to eliminate it. Yellow teeth: Often, teeth turn yellow following contact with a certain number of products. The dyes in these products thus attach themselves to the surface of the teeth and alter their natural coloring. However, there are people who are born with naturally yellow teeth, this is called intrinsic coloring as opposed to extrinsic coloring, due to external factors. Several factors are at the origin of the yellowing of teeth, we can cite: tobacco, certain medications in particular antidepressants, antihistamines, and medications against hypertension, tea, coffee, liquorice, wine, sodas, red fruits. We can add to this the factor of heredity and aging. Read more on next page

Here’s How to Whiten Yellow Teeth, Remove Plaque and Tartar BuildupBeautiful teeth are always synonymous with beauty but also with good dental hygiene. Indeed, our smile can beautify us or make us ugly, depending on the state of our teeth. Among the problems that our teeth generally suffer from, we find the accumulation of tartar, dental plaque or even the yellowing of the teeth which remains unsightly. Dental plaque: Dental plaque is made up of bacteria that produce acids that attack tooth enamel and can damage gums. It develops when food debris and bacteria are not effectively removed by regular brushing. It forms a clear to light yellow deposit on the teeth. This could be the main cause of many oral hygiene problems. Tartar: Tartar is the result of a calcification process of dental plaque. It can appear on the teeth or under the gums when dental plaque is not treated quickly. It then becomes difficult to get rid of and we often resort to a specialist to eliminate it. Yellow teeth: Often, teeth turn yellow following contact with a certain number of products. The dyes in these products thus attach themselves to the surface of the teeth and alter their natural coloring. However, there are people who are born with naturally yellow teeth, this is called intrinsic coloring as opposed to extrinsic coloring, due to external factors. Several factors are at the origin of the yellowing of teeth, we can cite: tobacco, certain medications in particular antidepressants, antihistamines, and medications against hypertension, tea, coffee, liquorice, wine, sodas, red fruits. We can add to this the factor of heredity and aging. Read more on next page

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Additional Tips for a Bright Smile
Floss regularly.
Use orange peels at bedtime to scrub your teeth without rinsing your mouth. Orange peel acts as an antibacterial agent.
Eat spicy foods that stimulate the salivary gland. The salivary gland helps clean your mouth naturally.

Use a soft brush so as not to irritate your gums. Brushing should be done vertically.
Some foods can help to have better dental hygiene:
Swiss cheese and cheddar can neutralize the acids that create plaque. This happens if you eat the cheese before meals. In aged cheese, there is an ingredient that acts as a protective barrier.
Tomatoes and strawberries are rich in vitamin C. Put these fruits on your teeth and let them sit for about 5 minutes. This will soften the tartar. After that, rinse your mouth with baking soda and warm water. You can use other foods that contain a high amount of vitamin C such as papaya, berries, oranges, lemons, etc.
Warnings
Due to the abrasive properties of baking soda, it is advisable not to apply it more than once a week.

To combat plaque, tartar and yellowing of teeth, follow these 4 steps:

1. In a cup, mix half a teaspoon of salt and a tablespoon of baking soda. Use warm water to wet the toothbrush and dip it in the mixture. Scrub your teeth with this preparation for 5 minutes and spit.

2. In a bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide with half a cup of warm water. Gargle your mouth with this mixture. Do this for a minute, then spit it out. Then rinse your mouth with cold water.

3. Use a toothpick to scrub off the yellow tartar. However, keep in mind that you should not scratch the gums so as not to irritate them.

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