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Brilio.net - Having bright, clean, and yellow-stain-free teeth is the dream of many people. White teeth can increase self-confidence, especially when smiling, leaving a positive impression on others. However, if the teeth turn yellow or brownish, this can interfere with the appearance for some people.
Teeth discoloration doesnt just happen; there are several factors that influence it. One is excessive consumption of colored foods and drinks such as tea, coffee, soda, and sauces, which contain color pigments that can stick to tooth enamel, causing yellow stains. In addition, the aging process also plays a role, because as we age, tooth enamel can thin, making the darker dentin layer more visible.
To prevent yellow stains on teeth, pay attention to food and drink consumption, and clean your teeth regularly. Although scaling at a dental clinic is effective, it can be quite expensive. As an alternative, use a paste made from natural ingredients to clean your teeth. This method was shared by YouTube user Artful Homemaking, quoted by briliobeauty.net , Sunday (1/12).
In the approximately five-minute video, the YouTube user prevents yellow teeth using coconut oil and baking soda. This is because coconut oil contains anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that can help reduce inflammation and treat gum infections.
Gargling with coconut oil can also maintain oral hygiene and reduce yellow stains on teeth. Not only that, coconut oil can also provide a fresh aroma to the mouth.
Meanwhile, baking soda has a fine texture and small granules which function as a soft abrasive. When used in toothpaste or tooth cleaning mixture, baking soda can help remove stains that form on the surface of teeth. Including yellow stains due to consumption of coffee, tea, smoking or pigmented foods.
The alkaline properties in baking soda are also able to maintain the pH balance in the mouth. You need to know, when the pH of the mouth tends to be acidic, then the teeth are more susceptible to damage to yellow stains.
That's the information about the benefits of each main ingredient. For those of you who are interested in using the ingredients above, let's see the following easy tutorial.
Ingredients:
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1. Sufficient coconut oil
2. 2 tablespoons baking soda
3. 1 tablespoon xylitol
4. 15 to 20 drops of essential oil
How to make:
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1. Put heated coconut oil in a bowl.
2. Add baking soda to the bowl.
3. Mix all ingredients until well blended.
4. Pour xylitol into the ingredients.
5. Then, add essential oils.
6. Stir all the ingredients again until smooth.
7. Transfer to a clean glass container.
8. Leave the material until it solidifies.
How to use:
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1. Prepare a clean toothbrush that you have.
2. Take enough of your homemade toothpaste.
3. Use to brush your teeth as usual.
4. For more visible results, use this toothpaste regularly.
(brl/tin)
