The 15 Best Natural Teeth Whiteners

Undergoing whitening treatments at the dentist can cost you hundreds of dollars, but it’s hard to say no when your teeth look dingy and yellow. Fortunately, there are plenty of natural teeth whiteners that can give you great results without leaving your wallet empty. Here are the 9 best natural teeth whiteners you can try in your home today!

1) Maintain your health

Your teeth are important to your overall health and should be a part of any plan to maintain good dental hygiene. Brushing, flossing, and regular checkups can help you keep your teeth healthy and clean. Avoiding tobacco products is also an important step in preventing gum disease or oral cancer. If you’re unsure about what steps to take to maintain your teeth and gums, a dentist can provide advice on how to best care for them. To keep teeth white without relying on commercial products that may have harmful chemicals, use one of these natural methods

2) Brush & Floss

You can’t undo years of neglect in just a week or two, but you should be able to start making a difference with these simple steps. Make sure to brush at least twice a day, floss once a day, and visit your dentist for regular cleanings. Don’t forget to floss! Brushing isn’t enough; you need to floss, too. You might also consider getting porcelain veneers if you have cosmetic issues. They may not completely fix any stains or tooth damage, but they can make your teeth much whiter—and that’s what most people want when they ask how to whiten their teeth!

3) Use natural fluoride toothpaste

There are many ways to get your teeth white naturally, but choosing toothpaste that contains fluoride is a great first step. The fluoride in toothpaste will help strengthen and protect your enamel, prevent cavities so it stays strong and resists stains while you’re getting whiter teeth. Make sure to use toothpaste with sodium flouride on a regular basis — at least twice a day if possible — to get your teeth nice and white. For even better results, consider using two different kinds of toothpaste: one with calcium carbonate and another with sodium flouride. If you want whiter teeth right away, try mouthwash containing peroxide.

4) Consider homemade toothpastes (Baking soda, Salt, etc.)

Many over-the-counter teeth whitening agents contain toxic chemicals such as fluoride and hydroquinone. You can make your own teeth whitening pastes using ingredients like baking soda, lemon juice, hydrogen peroxide and salt. Add these ingredients to an empty toothpaste tube and roll it between your hands until a paste forms. Massage into your teeth before you brush to remove surface stains and brighten your smile. Homemade toothpastes are inexpensive and safe when used properly. If you have sensitive teeth or gums, test them out on a small patch of skin first to make sure they don’t cause irritation before trying them on your teeth.

5) Use Activated Charcoal

Activated charcoal is one of the most effective natural teeth whitening agents. It works by absorbing tannins and pigments that stain your teeth, making them look darker. To make activated charcoal, wood or coconut shells are burned in a low-oxygen environment to drive off water and leave behind carbon charcoals, which are then ground into powder form. You can purchase activated charcoal in powder form at any pharmacy or supermarket. The application process is simple: Mix 1 tablespoon of powder with warm water until it forms a paste; dip your toothbrush into that paste, then brush your teeth normally for 2 minutes.

6) Stop smoking, reduce coffee/tea

The most common way to whiten teeth is with a bleaching agent, but you have many other options. One of them is what is considered nature’s bleach–green tea. Green tea has tannins and antioxidants that naturally break down substances on your teeth that cause staining. So, by drinking green tea, you may be able to decrease some of those substances and therefore reduce tooth discoloration. Just remember not to add sugar or milk (both can increase staining) and don’t overdo it on those cups a day. Reducing overall caffeine intake, including coffee and tea (but not chocolate), will also help prevent tooth discoloration as will avoiding smoking because tar can stick to your teeth and slowly stain them yellow over time.

7) Drink plenty of water

You’ve probably heard it time and again, but drinking plenty of water will go a long way toward keeping your teeth healthy. The reason? Water helps keep your mouth clean by washing away food particles and reducing dental plaque. Because your teeth are constantly bathed in fluids (your saliva contains water), drinking plenty of H2O is a simple way to help remove stains without harsh chemicals or bleach. Experts recommend that you consume around 8 glasses of water every day for optimal oral health; if you need some extra motivation, just think about how bad coffee and soda can make your teeth look!

8) Limit red wine consumption

You can’t totally avoid foods that stain your teeth, but you can limit them by making small changes to your diet. For example, have only one glass of red wine a night instead of two and opt for citrus-based fruit juices instead of cranberry or pomegranate juice. If you enjoy drinking coffee or tea, keep it black; also try to minimize sugar intake as it could lead to more staining. Eat an apple each day—they are chock full of dietary fiber and known to remove surface stains from teeth.

9) Choose fruit over candy bars

Fruit is good for your teeth as well as your health, so reaching for a piece of fruit over a candy bar will keep your body and smile happy. Bananas, apples, and melons are among some of the best fruits to keep in stock. They’re high in fiber and water content, both of which help remove plaque from teeth—even if you don’t brush. Also helpful? Fruit acids that break down tartar build-up on teeth. So while you may not be able to skip brushing altogether (yes, sugar is sticky), grabbing a piece of fruit instead of something sugary is definitely worth it!

10) Get regular dental checkups

If you want to maintain white teeth and avoid dentist visits, it’s important to take steps that prevent tooth discoloration and cavities. The first thing to do is make regular dental checkups a priority. Go at least once a year or every six months if your dentist recommends it. And while you’re there, ask your dentist what you can do in between visits—like brushing and flossing—to keep your pearly whites their brightest.

11) Peels of Lemon or Orange

Lemon and orange peels, which are rich in vitamin C, can be mixed with baking soda to make a paste that acts as a natural teeth whitener. This concoction will also help keep your teeth healthy. Take some lemon or orange peel—the rind of either is fine, but avoid using any of their fleshy insides—and put it in a blender or food processor. Depending on how much you want to make at once, you might need more than one zestful; we recommend about four total peels per batch for optimal whitening power. Add about half a cup of baking soda to your citrus peel and whirl until everything’s well-combined into what looks like wet sand or snow.

12) Oil Pulling

Oil pulling is a natural teeth whitener that’s been around for thousands of years. The concept [1] is simple: Swish oil in your mouth for 10 to 20 minutes and watch your smile become significantly whiter. (Oil pulling may sound gross, but it doesn’t involve any actual swallowing or spitting.) Oil pulling also helps reduce dental plaque and gingivitis, two common causes of bad breath and tooth decay.

13) Kaolin clay

This is a type of soft clay that’s been used in toothpastes and other dental products for centuries. It works by physically removing surface stains from teeth and keeping your mouth free of plaque buildup. Like baking soda, it also contains minerals (in particular, silica) that help strengthen enamel, which can make teeth less susceptible to decay. Baking soda: A natural abrasive material, baking soda is frequently added to toothpaste to help remove surface stains on teeth. Don’t confuse it with sodium bicarbonate, which is another name for baking powder; although they’re similar chemically speaking, they serve very different purposes in cooking and personal care products.

14)Mustard  Oil

You probably didn’t know mustard oil is a great teeth whitener, but it is. This natural ingredients effectively works as an exfoliator and helps get rid of yellow stains. Mix a teaspoon of mustard oil with a pinch of turmeric powder. Apply it to your teeth with a cotton swab and leave it on for 5-10 minutes before brushing your teeth thoroughly with water. Repeat once or twice a week for best results.

15) Natural Oral Care Products 

Oral care products are often marketed as being all natural or containing a bunch of herbs. For example, Toothpastes like Dentitox are proven to be safe and effective, even for people with hypersensitive teeth. These kind of some natural dental care products also help protect your enamel while it whitens your teeth, which means healthier gums and stronger teeth over time.