Using banana peels to whiten teeth is the latest trend among proponents of natural dental care. If you want to try this inexpensive and natural way to whiten your teeth, start with Step 1 below.
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Step 1. Understand the causes and ways banana peels can whiten teeth
Many bloggers and vloggers in cyberspace claim to have whiten their teeth effectively in just a few weeks, using just a banana peel.
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They claim that the minerals in banana peels (such as potassium, magnesium and manganese) are absorbed by the teeth and make them whiter.
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They also believe that using banana peels is better for teeth than other alternatives, because banana peels are not abrasive (unlike most other teeth whiteners).
Whiten Your Teeth with Banana Peel Step 1Bullet2 - However, there are also those who denounce this natural treatment - a dentist in Colorado, USA has tried this banana peel method for 14 days and noted that there was no significant improvement in the level of whiteness of his teeth.
- Then the only way to be sure it's true is to try it yourself!
Step 2. Select and peel a banana
Choose bananas from your fruit bowl - you need bananas that are ripe (as this is when they contain the most minerals), but not black.
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Peel off one banana peel, leaving the other peel on (you can use it for the next few days).
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Try to peel the banana from top to bottom (as monkeys do) as this will stick more of the pulp to the skin.
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Step 3. Rub the inside of a banana peel on your teeth
Rub the inside of the banana peel against your upper and lower teeth, until they are completely coated with the banana paste.
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Once your teeth are coated, sit quietly and let the banana paste do its magic for about 10 minutes.
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Keep your mouth open and keep your lips away from your teeth - this may feel a little uncomfortable, but will prevent the banana paste from coming off.
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Step 4. Brush your teeth
After the 10 minutes are up, take a dry toothbrush and use it to rub the banana paste into your teeth.
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Brush in gentle circular motions for between one and three minutes. This step will help get the banana paste all over the nooks and crannies!
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Then, wet the toothbrush and use it to rinse the banana paste off your teeth. You can use your regular toothpaste if you want.
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Step 5. Repeat once daily
It is unlikely that you will see results with just one treatment. Therefore, keep brushing your teeth with banana peels for up to two weeks - hopefully you will notice the difference later.
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Noticing a change in the color of your teeth can be difficult, so it's a good idea to take before and after photos. This way, you can make a comparison between the two.
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Don't throw away your banana peels! Banana peels are a great compost mineral for plants - all you have to do is add them to your compost bin, or grind them in a food processor and sprinkle them directly on top of the soil.
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Step 6. Try some other natural teeth whitening remedies
If you don't really like bananas, you can practice on other natural remedies to whiten your teeth:
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Use strawberries and baking soda:
A paste made from mashed strawberries and baking soda helps clean surface stains and remove plaque. Just brush the paste on your teeth using a toothbrush for a few minutes, then rinse.
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Use lemons:
The citric acid in lemons is a natural bleaching agent, which is why lemons can help whiten teeth. Mix a little lemon juice with a little baking soda or salt and apply it to your teeth with a toothbrush - just be sure to brush your teeth with toothpaste afterward, as acidic lemon juice can also damage tooth enamel.
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Eat more apples:
Eating apples can help whiten teeth, as their crunchy texture helps remove food debris and bacteria from the teeth and cleans the dirt on the surface of the teeth. Apple cider also contains malic acid - an ingredient used in various teeth whitening products.
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Tips
Whitening teeth with banana peels will not give instant results. However, if you want an instant effect, you can try gels, pens, or other teeth whitening tools
Warning
- Excessive use can cause problems such as burning gums, sensitive teeth and discomfort on the tongue.
- Bananas (like other fruits) contain lots of natural sugars that can increase the number of bacteria on the tooth surface and result in cavities and plaque buildup. Therefore you should always brush your teeth with toothpaste after using this treatment and avoid doing it more than once a day.
