How to Whiten Teeth with a Strawberry
Strawberries contain malic acid, which is great for removing stains on your teeth.
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You Will Need
- 1 ripe strawberry
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- A soft toothbrush
- Dental floss
- Mouthwash
- Hydrogen peroxide
Steps
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Step 1
Mash the strawberry with a fork and mix it with the baking soda. The baking soda buffs away stains from coffee, tea, and blueberries that penetrate your enamel over time.
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Step 2
Using a soft toothbrush, apply the mixture to the teeth you want to whiten.
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Step 3
Let the mixture set for five minutes.
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Step 4
Brush your teeth with toothpaste as usual. Floss to get out any seeds from the strawberry.
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Rinsing with a little hydrogen peroxide mixed with water after brushing kills bacteria and whitens teeth.
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Step 5
Rinse your mouth with mouthwash to wash away residual acid. Your teeth will be gleaming and stain-free.
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In the Middle Ages barbers also practiced dentistry.
