Dental plaque is the buildup of food waste in both the internal and external teeth surfaces. This is an oral problem which can contribute to bad breath and other oral health problems if the residues harden and become calcined in the teeth and cause bleeding. Even though there is no definitive solution to the prevention of plaque, there are specific homemade methods which can help you lower the accumulation of the residue and prevent the worsening of the disease.
Who Is at a Higher Risk?
Smokers can experience yellowish stains on their teeth because the nicotine piles up on the teeth and people who drink too much coffee or tea are more prone to dental plaque. If left untreated, plaque can cause tooth decay and loss of teeth.
What Can You Do?
The average individual should consult their dentist every 6 months to do a procedure known as deep prophylaxis, a dental procedure which cleanses the teeth thoroughly. Although the procedure is affordable, a lot of people avoid it because they are afraid of dental treatment. If this is the case with you as well, do not worry, there are two potent natural remedies which can save you a trip to the dentist’s office.
Home Remedy No.1
You will need:
- Half a liter of water
- 60 grams of flour nutshell
Preparation:
In an aluminum container, on low heat, boil the water together with the flour nutshell. Wait for it to reach the boiling point and then leave it to boil for 10 more minutes. Turn off the heat. When the mixture cools off, you can use it to brush the teeth for 5 minutes, 2 times per one month.
Home Remedy No.2
You will need:
- 2 tbsp of sunflower seed
- 2 tbsp of lime juice
- Half a liter of water
Preparation:
Put the ingredients in an aluminum container and simmer it over low heat for 60 minutes. Use the mixture to brush the teeth for 5 minutes, twice per month.
Additional Tips:
- Maintain good oral hygiene by brushing and flossing the teeth after meals
- Opt for an organic toothpaste since conventional ones have overly-aggressive substances that damage the pH of the oral cavity
- Use a mouthwash, preferably a homemade one
- Do not forget dentist visits every 6 months or so