Brilio.net - Clean teeth reflect good oral health, but not everyone has healthy teeth. Some people experience problems with yellow or plaque-filled teeth that are difficult to clean. Plaque forms due to the accumulation of bacteria and food debris on a thin layer on the surface of the teeth.
Plaque is usually yellow or brownish in color and can turn into tartar if left untreated, which can damage the appearance and health of your teeth. To remove yellow plaque, regular brushing at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste is recommended. Fluoride helps remove plaque buildup.
If regular toothpaste isn't enough, many people use whitening products, although these can make teeth more sensitive due to the chemicals they contain. Alternatively, you can use a homemade toothpaste made from natural ingredients.
Like YouTube user Fairyland Cottage, who uses arrowroot powder, which has a soft texture and natural abrasives to remove plaque without damaging tooth enamel.
This toothpaste also contains coconut oil which is rich in lauric acid, which has antibacterial properties to reduce the growth of bacteria in the mouth. The anti-inflammatory properties of coconut oil can relieve gum irritation caused by plaque. In addition, peppermint with its natural antiseptic properties can kill bacteria in the mouth and provide a fresh taste.
Just using these three main ingredients, yellow plaque on the teeth can be removed. So how do you make toothpaste from the ingredients above? For those of you who don't know how, let's see the steps below.
Ingredients:
photo: YouTube/Fairyland Cottage
1. 1/2 cup coconut oil
2. 1/2 cup arrowroot starch
3. Peppermint oil
4. Eucalyptus oil.
How to make:
1. Take enough coconut oil
2. Heat the ingredients until they melt
3. Add the starch flour into the ingredients.
4. Add approximately 20 drops of peppermint and eucalyptus oil.
5. Stir all ingredients until well mixed.
6. Pour into the skincare jar
7. Leave it for about one night.
How to use:
photo: YouTube/Fairyland Cottage
1. Provide a clean toothbrush
2. Then, take enough toothpaste.
3. Use to brush your teeth as usual.
4. To remove the yellow plaque on your teeth and return them to their white color, use this trick regularly.