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Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Edwin (Cincinnati, Ohio) on 07/11/2010
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I have been using fghp after I brush my teeth. I take a swing of fghp & hold it in my mouth for 2-3 seconds & discharge into the sink. Then I will take my mouth wash & do the same. Your teeth will be whiter & cleaner. My dentist told me that fghp prevents plaque buid up.
Fghp=food grade hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Tam (Atlanta, Georgia) on 09/26/2010
This is in response to the lady from Boston whose tongue got sore. The peroxide is letting you know how toxic you are in the intestinal /gut area. Clean that area with detoxification and then it is a great possibility that your mouth with feel better when using peroxide. It is worth a try.
Oil Pulling
Posted by Bee (New York, US) on 10/17/2014
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As far as oil pulling I have been using organic safflower oil and now organic sunflower oil and they both work pretty well.. Been doing it for a month and I can see a lot of plague just come off of my teeth and they also got whiter. Its amazing....
Peppermint Essential Oil, Baking Soda
Posted by Helena (Los Angeles) on 11/28/2014
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Totally worked after just a minute of trying this. a couple of drops of peppermint oil on a cotton swab, a sprinkle of baking soda, and a minute of scrubbing my two front teeth and the stains were gone!! I had been so worried about these stains that seemed to suddenly come on in the last couple of days, that I started researching professional teeth whitening solutions... But I'm good now! Thank you Kelly!!
Peppermint Essential Oil, Baking Soda
Posted by Denise (Us) on 12/26/2018 50 posts
I agree double on that once a week thing. My teeth became very sensitive to heat and cold after using baking soda. I didn't have peppermint, but will maybe try that and if I have good results, I'll only do it once a week.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Shira (VA) on 11/21/2021
This soreness is an inflamed response or healing reaction due to peroxide killing bacterial or other infections. As the infections clear and the tissue becomes healthier this won't be an issue unless you attain a new infection and the peroxide must do its germ killing job again. Please only use food grade peroxide. Others contain additives which may be causing the irritation.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Konrad (Calgary, Ab) on 11/28/2015
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Janie D, can you tell us what dosage of HP you use? How much do you dilute it? You do use food grade HP, correct?
Baking Soda
Posted by Alice (Jacksonville , Fl) on 03/12/2008
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I mixed a little baking soda a little seasalt and a little lemon together brushed my teeth it was amazing much whiter teeth.
Oil Pulling
Posted by Nicole S. (Springville, Utah, Usa) on 01/25/2010
As with natural remedies, symptoms seem to get worse before they get better sometimes. I have seen other people say on this website that its just your body purging the toxins, and continuing with the remedy does indeed solve the problem for most people. Others say, if its not working, you are missing an important step, or not doing it right. I would just continue with it. The toxins DO have to go somewhere...good luck, be patient.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by KT (Usa) on 01/31/2017
Dear MtM,
Just a word of caution for when the weather warms up. My dentist had advised me that straight peroxide is damaging to tissue so it would be still good to dilute it with water.
I first swished, using it straight where the abscess came through the gums. It made my cheek & gum raw...very painful until it healed.
Love,
KT
Activated Charcoal
Posted by Eve (Sydney) on 12/29/2015
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To whiten my teeth, I just dip my toothbrush into a container of activated charcoal powder. I brush my teeth, rinse then brush with water to get rid of the black left from the charcoal. I don't do it every day because I don't want the charcoal to reduce the tooth enamel.
Peppermint Essential Oil, Baking Soda
Posted by Tawna (Ca) on 10/13/2014
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I tried peppermint essential oils on a cotton ball with baking soda. The brown stains rubbed off in 5 minutes! It was amazing! I've been using a great natural whitening toothpaste, but it made the brown spots stand out because the rest of my teeth are so white! This is a great tip! I think the quality of the peppermint essential oil makes a difference though.
Peppermint Essential Oil, Baking Soda
Posted by Akhdar (Larkspur, Ca) on 08/08/2017
Thank you so very much! My teeth are stained with iron (liquid supplement), coffee, tea and cinnamon. The stains have been so dark that someone recently asked if I had gotten braces. Horrifying but I lacked the funds to see a dentist.
I rubbed my teeth with your concoction, and while the stains are not entirely lifted, they are far lighter. I did this for about seven minutes (so excited that I lost track of time! ) and then when my tooth enamel began to feel sensitive I stopped.
I'd like to continue to do this but am a little worried about the enamel? If I rub it away to the dentin underneath, won't it stain more easily? Do you do this regularly, now? And are your teeth healthy? Wondering how often I can do this. The results were far better than expected, and so I'd like to continue.....
Thank you so much!!
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Mmsg (Somewhere, Europe) on 06/17/2013
Yikes, Clio51!!! Please DILUTE it!! I also do the swishing but with a VERY diluted amount and do see a slow whitening of my teeth. No rush.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Ailora (Ohio) on 07/05/2017
I haven't read this specifically, but if I were you, I would try oil pulling with organic virgin coconut oil to see if it eases the pain in your tongue from rinsing with hydrogen peroxide. Coconut oil is so gentle and effective for so many things, I'm wondering if it would help your mouth. One this is for sure, it can't hurt!
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Pr (Houston, Texas) on 01/23/2013
If your gums get irritated the strength is too strong. Every one is different. What works for me is half water and half 3% hydrogen peroxide. Play with until you find your what works for you.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Linda (St. Paul, MN) on 04/02/2009
I have been using HP as Bob suggested for three days now. I use one capful & swish it around while I'm getting ready for work. I haven't noticed my teeth much whiter yet (although I am a smoker and I also drink dark coffee), HOWEVER, my teeth feel much stronger and tighter! This reminds me of oil-pulling with HP instead of oil.
Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda
Posted by Sara (Rochester, NY) on 06/14/2009
food grade (35%) peroxide should never be used undiluted!
Baking Soda
Posted by Lilianrose (Eastpointe, Mi) on 10/10/2009
Since lemons are acidic, won't the juice in this recipe break down tooth enamel?
Glass Straws
Posted by Cindy (Illinois, Usa) on 05/23/2015 524 posts
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Just got dentures and one particularly good piece of advice for stains is to drink things like coffee and tea through a straw BUT I prefer both my coffee and tea hot, so...hot liquid and a plastic straw? No! Paper? Even worse.
Solution! A certain site that starts with an "A" has glass straws!
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Nancy (Cleveland, Ohio) on 06/17/2013
Dear Clio51, it sounds to me like the hydrogen peroxide may have caused Burning Mouth Syndrome. Once you have sores on your tongue, certain things like the chemicals in some toothpastes can aggravate it and prevent healing. Check out this page on Earth Clinic: www.earthclinic.com/cures/burning-mouth-syndrome.html for tips. Please let us know how you are doing.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Hp (Moody, Mo) on 01/22/2013
I just bought the full strength HP at health store to whiten my teeth, but how much should I dilute for it to be safe and effective?
Soap
Posted by Corey (Clayton, De) on 12/07/2010
Francisa - I too was looking for this book. I found it on www(dot)amazon(dot)com for around $30 USD, but it will probably be more to ship it to France!
Soap
Posted by Mariah (Atlanta, Ga/ Usa) on 12/30/2010
Soap
Posted by Amber (Npb, Florida) on 11/14/2011
Ok I've read a lot, and I tried rubbing the olive oil on my teeth. I am not sure what good that does. My mouth felt greasy afterwards, so I brushed my teeth. I rinsed, and then tried the hydrogen peroxide suggestion. However, I did change it up a little bit. First, I poured it into a little cup, then I dipped my oral-b electric toothbrush in the liquid. I brushed and rinsed several times. After that, I added a little splash of listerine to the hydrogen peroxide. I swished it and rinsed with hot water, and repeated several times as well. I am due to see the dentist soon. My biggest issue is that one front tooth has a crack in the middle of it, and the dentist said that it's darkening from the inside out. I am hoping this works, my teeth have recently darkened and I'm embarrassed to smile, talk, and take pictures. I will keep everyone posted! Thanks for the help:)
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Kevin (Gs0, Nc) on 04/22/2012
Edmundo - drug store HP is also toxic, even at the ~3%, which is why food grade HP is preferred. ALSO, not all FGHP is 35%, much of it is pre-diluted to the 3% and sold as FGHP, so you definitely need to understand what you are ingesting before you pop it in your mouth. I am personally experimenting with the baking soda/35% FGHP/distilled water for toothpaste. I don't know of anyone that would intentionally swallow toothpaste (Other than children using the fruity stuff). I am also considering switching out the FGHP for 50% citric acid (Lemon juice is about 5-10%) to see if that helps
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Misty (Somewhere, Indiana, Usa) on 07/08/2012
Food grade hydrogen peroxide is sold in several strengths, not just 35%. Some prefer to buy the 35% and dilute it with distilled water, though you can also buy it prediluted. Food grade hydrogen peroxide does not have the additives that drug store hydrogen peroxide contains, so many consider it a safer option.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Kaylee (San Fran) on 06/07/2017
Food grade hydrogen peroxide is used in bakeries. Of course no one uses 35%! HP must be DILUTED DOWN to 3% . I put a two drops in a 1/4 of water is what I used to clean my teeth. I used to put few drops in glass and drink it of course I read a few books on it . When I was super sick, my medical doctor did the UVI with hydrogen peroxide IV's yes it went into my body it was medical grade hydrogen peroxide. So, it is good to do research before just taking the plunge.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Pam (Northern, IA) on 03/31/2009
Will using Peroxide everyday like this be harmful at all?? Is it possible that it will kill good bacteria or do harm in any way?? I'd like to try this if it's safe. Thanks for any feedback on this....
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Thenewguyintown (Westwood, New Jersey, Usa) on 05/10/2010
Just wanted to comment on the posts regarding the use of H202 for teeth whitening. Everyone is different and as such will yield varying results, however caution must be used. Personally I do not think it is a good idea to use H202 on a daily basis as you will kill off the good bacteria in your mouth. This could lead to "black tongue" syndrome which is not a pleasant thing. H202 is serious stuff which can yield good and bad results if not respected for its inherent power. We are all different, experiment SLOWLY when using this stuff. Whats good for one is not good for all.....
Salt and Lemon Juice, Orange Peel
Posted by Rujuta (Mapusa, Goa, India) on 01/09/2009
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Use equal amounts of salt and lemon juice to your teeth.It is the best home remedy for teeth whitening . Also rub the inner part of the orange peel on your teeth to whiten them.
Salt and Lemon Juice, Orange Peel
Posted by Kyra (Cortlandt Manor, NY) on 04/21/2009
Try Oil Pulling it works for stained teeth and has so many other benefits.
Peppermint Essential Oil, Baking Soda
Posted by Dusti (Colorado, US) on 08/21/2014
Hi there I was looking for teeth whitening remedies and saw this peppermint oil and baking soda. I was wondering does it just get rid of the dark stains or are your teeth noticeably whiter? Thanks
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Clio51 (Manchester, Uk) on 06/16/2013
Hi, Has anybody ended up with a sore tongue after swishing 3% peroxide for teeth whitening? I only done this twice but for weeks now I feel I can still taste it, and my tongue is really sore. HELP! WHAT CAN I DO TO EASE THE SORENESS? Thanks.
Soap
Posted by Francisca (Michelbach-le-bas, Alsace, France) on 12/07/2010
I haven't managed to find a copy of Good Teeth from Birth to Death at a good price but on an Internet site I found the suggestion (which is part of the book) that one should clean the teeth with a bar of soap but how do you do it? Do you use the bar of soap to clean the teeth, do you put a bit of soap on your tooth brush... And most soap contains glycerin, is that a good idea? I would love to read the book which was suggested here a short while ago but as it is out of print it is very expensive. I contacted some sites which seem to sell it at a reasonable price but no one answered!
Soap
Posted by Francisca (Michelbach-le-bas, Alsace, France) on 12/31/2010
Thanks Mariah, I have just come back from spending Christmas with family abroad and found your answer to my question. I have been looking for this book but it is so very expensive.... I will surely read it! I had done some research but didn't come across the online version.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Pamela (Miami, Fl) on 01/12/2010
I want to try this, however, many people have told me that this is bad for your tooth enamel...is this true???
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Connie (Manitowoc, Wisconsin) on 08/12/2009
★★★☆☆BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS
The other night I swished with drug store hydrogen peroxide to see if it would indeed remove the tea and coffee stains from my teeth. The peroxide was 3% (the kind that says it's for oral use) mixed with an equal amount of water. The directions say to swish it for at least a minute, I did it for ten minutes. There was no apparent difference immediately afterward. The next day (or was it the day after that?) I made a recipe with turmeric in it and immediately after eating it brushed my teeth with baking soda. I was surprised because then the teeth suddenly seemed whiter. But now my gums are very sensitive to my toothbrush and bleed a bit. I have been using a hard bristle brush with baking soda once a day at night, and never had a problem like this before. They were not sensitive prior to this incident. Just a word of caution.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Ap45 (Atlanta, Usa) on 05/24/2012
Too much baking soda can cause enamel loss causing exposure to the cementum which is very sensitive. Limit baking soda to every month or every other month.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Florie (Austin) on 07/17/2021
Better to use a soft-bristle brush.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by GAIL (CINCINNATI, OHIO) on 04/06/2009
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NAY I used the hydrogen peroxide 3% for 2 days and it burned my tongue and mouth.it burned while doing it and felt like i had drank something too hot.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Maria (Fort Worth, Texas) on 11/07/2009
well i have a problem with my teeth, a big problem.. i have a crack on one of my front teeth. And i was wondering if i use the Peroxide would that harm my tooth?
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Deeree (Boston, Ma) on 02/01/2010
I was/am using H2O2 for everything that ails me for about 3 months now. I use it every night in my vaporizers/humidifiers, in the cat's water dish, spray on after a shower, and I also had used it every day for about a week as a mouthwash before brushing. I had to stop because the sides of my tongue got all red and raw. It stayed like that for about 10 days after stopping the h202. My tongue did heal, but I wonder, has anyone else had this happen to them? I am nervous about using it for whitening again. Thanks for any info.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Jk (Lorimor, Ia, Usa) on 05/10/2010
I have a cap in front. Will the HP whiten this as well as my other teeth?
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Brightstar (Auburn, New York ) on 07/28/2011
okay so some people are saying it works great but some say abdolutely do not use peroxide. very confusing, I used it once and gave up because the feeling it had left in my mouth but a couple months later I tryed it again it worked great but part of my gum turned white is it because I brushed too hard or because my mouth isnt used too it ? please if anyone can help your information would be greatly helpful thanks ...
Salt and Lemon Juice, Orange Peel
Posted by Gregg (Evanston, IL) on 04/21/2009
DO NOT USE LEMON JUICE. lemon juice is acidic and will harm tooth enamel, which will cause tooth decay.
Salt and Lemon Juice, Orange Peel
Posted by Megan (Lighthouse Point, FL) on 06/05/2009
You will need to mash up one ripe strawberry and add in 1/2 tablespoon of baking soda. Then use a soft toothbrush to spread the mixture onto your teeth.
Leave on for 5 minutes, then brush thoroughly with toothpaste to remove the berry-baking powder mix. Rinse. And floss - get out all strawberry seeds.
Take a look into mirror to note your smile whiteness.
Salt and Lemon Juice, Orange Peel
Posted by Me (Real, Logic, Usa) on 12/15/2012
Salt and lemon juice also works as a rust remover. I'd assume that the whitening you're seeing is from removing layers of your tooth enamel.
Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda
Posted by Debbie (Newcomerstown, Ohio, USA) on 10/22/2008
Do you use regular, drug store brand, of hydrogen peroxide, will it harm me if I swallow a little while brushing my teeth?
Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda
Posted by James (Toronto, ON) on 04/30/2009
Hi Debbie, try not to use drug store hydrogen peroxide. You can get food grade hydrogen peroxide from some health food stores. It is cleaner safer. It is usually used by people growing sprouts to eat. If you can't find a local source just do a search for 'food grade hydrogen peroxide'. It usually comes in a 35% solution.
Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda
Posted by Karin (Cape Town, South Africa) on 11/30/2009
I have just been informed by my dentist that I should have my teeth bleached as they are going yellow - however I am NOT a smoker and not a great coffee drinker. My friend told me about baking soda - brush with baking soda before brushing normally with toothpaste - please could you give me some more information on this - how often can I use baking soda and any side effects ?
Baking Soda
Posted by Yuval (DS) on 05/06/2009
guys, the lemon and all of those stuffs removing yellow stains from the mouth because its just get some part of your teeth off. so you're just grinding your teeth
Baking Soda
Posted by Connie (Manitowoc, Wisconsin) on 08/09/2009
A dentist told me that the enamal on teeth is very hard, that is why they get away with putting silica in toothpaste. It is unlikely, therefor, that the salt is grinding the enamal off teeth.
Baking Soda
Posted by Gail (Sacramento, Ca, Usa) on 04/14/2012
Brushing GENTLY with baking soda will toughen up the gums a bit and remove tartar. Adding an acidic rinse like lemon juice, vinegar, mms or peroxide will whiten too. But don't leave it on your teeth. Acids eat tooth enamel. Be sure to rinse well!
Baking Soda
Posted by Rebekah (Cape Town) on 09/25/2015
After how many days do you see results after using this remedy?
Oil Pulling
Posted by Megan (West Chester, Pa) on 01/13/2009
can someone please explain to me what "oil pulling" is? thank you!!! p.s.... loooovvveee the web site!!
Oil Pulling
Posted by Catherine (Orlando, FL) on 02/18/2008
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I used about 2 teaspoons of safflower oil and pulled for 20 minutes. My teeth are whiter. Two brown spots are almost gone. My gums are more irritated, which I see as a positive thing because they're healing. My head!! It started hurting so much about an hour after I finished. I had to take something and go to sleep. It still throbs a little and it has been 15 hours since I pulled. How long does that last? After a week? two weeks? I don't know if I can stand it. I am mainly trying this for my gums/teeth and also for arthritis and TMJ. Any feedback on arthritis and TMJ would be nice. The headache isn't worth it though if I have to endure it for very long. Thanks for the feed back.
