Natural Ways to Fight Back Against Plaque

Plaque is a common dental problem that should not go unnoticed. Apart from being rather unsightly, plaque can also worsen, and lead to more serious ailments. There's an extensive range of products you can use to get rid of it, which are natural remedies, no chemicals involved.

What is plaque?
 Plaque (also known as dental biofilm) is formed as a result of substances gathering in our mouth after eating or drinking, appearing as a white or pale yellow "slime layer" between the teeth and along the cervical margins (the surface touching the gum). The substance consists of food debris, bacteria and bacterial waste, possibly leading to oral complications such as gingivitis and periodontitis.

Although the formation of plaque is normal for everyone and cannot be stopped, controlling it is one of the most important things in dental care. This is because plaque may become acidic, leading to the de-mineralisation of the teeth or tartar.

What is tartar?

If plaque remains untreated, it can harden and turn into what is called tartar or calculus. It can form both along the gum line, and also within the narrow sulcus, found between the teeth and the gingiva. Tartar may be the cause of bad breath, receding gums and chronically-inflamed gingiva, as well as further formation of plaque.

When plaque becomes tartar, it becomes far more difficult to remove and would require clinical help. Tartar formation is not only connected to oral hygiene, but also tobacco use, drugs, age, diet, and genetics.

Tartar Prevention-

To begin with, it is important to get checked regularly by a dentist to make sure your teeth and gums are in good shape. Secondly, we recommend that you try some of the best natural techniques that can rid your mouth from plaque in some simple steps. Here are some excellent methods that are tried and tested: 

  NATURAL REMEDIES FOR PLAQUE
1. Brushing with baking soda and salt

The combination of these two ingredients is one of the safest and most effective ways to help you eliminate plaque. Combine one tablespoon of baking soda and half a teaspoon of salt in a bowl. Dip a wet toothbrush into the mixture and brush your teeth with it. Repeat this a few times to achieve great results.

2. An apple a day keeps dentist at bay !

Snacking on apples or melon just after a meal is one of the best natural ways of cleaning your teeth and gums from remaining bits of food, as well as eliminating plaque.

3. Orange peel rub

Before brushing your teeth, grab a piece of orange peel and rub the inner (white) part against your teeth's surface for about two minutes. Doing this on a regular basis will not only render your teeth polished and whitened, but will prevent plaque build-up due to the vitamin C found in the orange peel.

4. Vitamin C rich diet

  Opt for Vitamin C-rich fruit, such as strawberries, to boost your immune system and help fight off oral infections. Take full advantage of their benefits by rubbing them against your teeth and consuming them.

5. Sesame seeds

 Sesame seeds may also help you get rid of plaque, due to properties that enable them to act as a great abrasive to clear and polish your teeth. Simply grind them against your teeth, then remove the leftover pieces using a dry toothbrush. Sesame seeds are also rich in calcium, hence good for teeth and bones !

 

6. Brush with coconut oil paste

 Protect your teeth from plaque by combining two tablespoons of virgin coconut oil and two tablespoons of baking soda in a bowl to make a paste. Then, use the paste as a natural toothpaste to reap the effective benefits. You may add any essential oil of your choice to the mixture to add flavour to it.

 7. Aloe vera as much good for teeth as for skin

  Studies have shown that aloe vera can improve plaque and periodontal conditions and maintain hygiene in our mouth. Simply apply some aloe vera to your toothbrush and use it as toothpaste.

 

8. Rinse with hydrogen peroxide

 The properties of hydrogen peroxide make it ideal to be used for oral health. Make a mouthwash consisting of three parts water (or prepared mouthwash) and one part 3% hydrogen peroxide solution. Swish, gargle, and rinse well for one minute daily. This will act as an astringent and teeth whitener, as well as help remove plaque and loosen tartar.   

Remember some other important tips: 

Brush your teeth regularly and effectively: If you want to avoid plaque accumulation, use a soft-bristled brush and brush up and down, carefully reaching and brushing each tooth.
•  Regukar dental check-up: Don't forget to get your teeth checked every so often.
•    Be hydrated: Water is a way of rinsing your mouth from food particles after eating a meal. Make sure you drink enough water each time.
•    Dental flossing: Use dental floss to clean the areas between your teeth at least once a day (although twice is ideal).

 

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