Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Teeth Whitening Foods

Having a clean white teeth and will certainly boost your confidence. No wonder if tooth whitening is included in the most selling cosmetics products in the U.S. according to surveys of American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in 2011.
 
In addition to dental care, Americans are known to like to buy teeth whitening products without prescription. In fact, quite a lot of natural materials and cheap that can help lighten the color of teeth.

Apples, fresh green beans, cauliflower, carrots and other crunchy fruits helps whiten teeth. The fruit is eaten raw and fresh will act like a natural tooth brush and sweep the rest of the food and stains on your teeth.

Another advantage is that fruits are low in calories and high in nutrients. Chewing fresh fruits also indirectly massaging the gums and increase blood circulation to the gums so the gum tissue healthy. Chewing the fruit will also increase production of saliva, fluids are important for oral and dental health.

Other fruits are also recommended is the strawberry and orange. Strawberries contain an enzyme called malik acid that helps keep teeth white.

Meanwhile, cheese and other dairy products such as yogurt contain lactic acid which helps prevent cavities.

Experts also recommend that our dental rinse his mouth with water or chew sugar-free gum containing xylitol after meals if you do not have time to brush your teeth. Gargling will reduce the remaining food stains left behind.

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