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For those who want natural teeth whitening remedies, here are 4 easy ways to get started.

Here are all the popular herbs to whiten your teeth | Pulse Ghana

Portia Arthur

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Enough of the spending, there are some herbs that can solve your mood of discomfort in public.

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The bay leaf is one such herb for whitening your teeth, but it needs to be mixed with a citrus fruit. Take one leaf and crush it into very small pieces.

Crush a citrus fruit peel (can be an orange or a lemon) into a <a href="http://www.pulse.com.gh/lifestyle/beauty-health/skin-care-5-beauty-benefits-of-cocoa-powder-you-didnt-know-id7602320.html" id="12e139f1-1e37-53ce-9957-83b950d1b3cf">fine powder</a>. Mix the powder and the leaf together to create a mixture that you can use to brush your teeth. This concoction must be applied up to three times a week.

The guava leaf is also another herb for getting rid of yellow stains and it is also good for preventing bad breath. Simply take a leaf and crush it with a mortar and pestle to make a paste.

Rub the crushed leaves on your teeth and brush it with your toothbrush.

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Turmeric is a great herb for oral whitening. Wash your brush and dip it in 1/8th turmeric powder. Brush your teeth and allow the turmeric to sit in for 3-5 minutes and then rinse it off. Follow it up with your regular toothpaste.

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Sage has astringent properties and is antibiotic and anti-fungal, making it a great natural teeth whitener. Mix up a whitening tooth scrub powder and use once or twice a week.

Here are all the popular herbs to whiten your teeth

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