Brilio.net - The mouth as an organ that functions to eat and drink is indeed an ideal place for bacteria to grow. Food and drink residue that sticks to the teeth can be a source of stubborn dirt if not cleaned properly. Bacteria that breed due to these residues not only cause bad breath, but can also make teeth yellow and filled with plaque.
The process of yellowing teeth often leads to plaque problems. Plaque itself is a sticky layer formed from a combination of bacteria, food debris, and saliva. These bacteria not only produce acids that can damage the enamel layer of teeth, but also cause hardening of dirt in the mouth. If not cleaned, plaque can build up and harden into tartar.
But don't worry! This problem can be solved easily and quickly. One of them is by using a mixture of salt and lime , as shared by @tipssehat.wildan on Instagram and reported by briliobeauty.net on Thursday (9/1).
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Salt, which is often found in the kitchen, turns out to have extraordinary benefits in oral care. Salt contains important minerals such as sodium, chloride, calcium, magnesium, and potassium, which play an important role in health. The antibacterial and antiseptic properties of salt effectively reduce the growth of bacteria in the mouth and maintain the natural pH balance.
Not only that, salt also has anti-inflammatory effects that can relieve gum inflammation and reduce the pain that arises as a result. This makes salt a powerful natural ingredient for maintaining oral hygiene and health.
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Limes are rich in essential nutrients that are very beneficial for oral health. Containing vitamin C, fiber, calcium, iron, and bioactive compounds such as flavonoids and limonene, limes play an important role in maintaining oral health and preventing infections.
The antibacterial and anti-inflammatory compounds in limes are also effective in inhibiting bacterial growth, as well as preventing the formation of stains and plaque on teeth. With these contents, limes can be a natural solution to maintain optimal oral and dental hygiene.
Well, you can use both of the ingredients above by following the instructions below.
Tools and materials:
1. 1 tablespoon lime juice
2. Salt to taste
3. Toothpaste that is commonly used
4. Clean toothbrush
5. Small container
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Work steps:
1. Prepare all the tools and materials needed first.
2. Squeeze the lime until you get about 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice.
3. Add a little salt to the container.
4. Take enough toothpaste, then add it to the mixture.
5. Mix all the ingredients above until well blended.
6. Rub this mixture as usual on your teeth for about 2-3 minutes, then rinse until clean.
7. Just use it once a week (to avoid the quite potent lime content).