Teeth naturally lose their colour with age, and even with proper care, they can be stained by coffee, cigarettes, tea, carbonated drinks or red wine. The residue of food is easily stuck between the fine crevices between one’s teeth, and brushing twice a day without flossing will not be able to get it out. Even toothpastes sold at chemists, promising to produce immediate whitening results, will only bleach out minor discolorations.

Here are some of the home remedies that people have sworn by, and the potential damage that could be done to your teeth:

Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda

This is one of the most common home prescriptions. The method is to mix baking soda with hydrogen peroxide and brush teeth for five minutes before using normal toothpaste. Others may recommend using hydrogen peroxide as a mouthwash to gargle. Bad idea. Hydrogen peroxide is a very powerful corrosive agent, and if accidentally swallowed, it could lead to loss of sight, or even death.

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