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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 brushing 14g Recipe makes 1 brushing) The following items or measurements are not included below: hydrogen peroxide
Calories 0
Calories from Fat 0		(0%)
Amount Per Serving		%DV
	Total Fat 0.0g	0%
	Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
	Monounsaturated Fat 0.0g
	Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
	Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg		0%
Sodium 3757mg		156%
Potassium 0mg		0%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g		0%
	Dietary Fiber 0.0g	0%
	Sugars 0.0g
Protein 0.0g		0%
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Teeth Whitener

Recipe #69525 | 1 min | 1 min prep | add private note

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By: ~Rita~
Aug 25, 2003

This is very inexpensive compared to all the whiteners on the market. And is not the same as those gels on the market this has only 2 ingredients which you know and are at hand in every home. It gets your teeth & gums nice and clean. I do it once every couple weeks. A great way to remove wine, tea, coffee, & tarter stains. If you don't like the taste add a a drop of mint extract. It's is SAFE for your use and has been used for a long time. You can check this article at http://www.dentalgentlecare.com/whitening_safety.htm Take Note A recent report suggested a "possible" link between tooth whitening and oral cancer. It was based on two (only 2)case reports of patients who contracted oral cancer with none of the known risk factors. There are no new studies cited. We call this to your attention because the report got substantial media play. Interestingly, the report itself states that carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide-chemicals generated in the whitening process-AREN'T CARCINOGENS IN THE MOUTH. June 2002 2003 2004 http://educate-yourself.org/cancer/benefitsofhydrogenperozide17jul03.shtml This is no more cancerous then the fat, grilled food and processed foods people put in their bodies filled with ingredients your can't read. If you go into your cabinet and read the hydrogen peroxide bottle it states to use as an gargle and mouth rinse.

1 brushing (change servings and units)

Ingredients

1 tablespoon baking soda
3-5 drops hydrogen peroxide, 3%
1 drop mint extract (optional)

Directions

1
Mix to make a paste, apply to toothbrush and brush teeth.
2
Please be sure to take note the sodium does not count it does not get ingested.
3
As stated above in description to be used 1-3 times a month. Even once a week is fine.

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From: Marmie's

On Jun 24, 2009

This works wonderfully, my daughter used it without mint...ick! lol I used mint and it was just fine. My dental assistant told me to use these ingredients though I never knew how much, thank you Rita for posting this. Works like a darn!

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From: puppitypup

On Dec 29, 2008

Tried this this morning and it does seem to have made my teeth shinier and they feel wonderfully clean. Not sure if they're brighter yet, but try it again in two weeks. I did learn something, I had no idea baking soda had salt in it! By the way, rinsing your mouth with hydrogen peroxide is the best way to get rid of cold sores on your tongue. Thanks for posting Rita!

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From: *Fancy*

On Feb 29, 2004

A little tidbit about dental whitening. Carbamide peroxide breaks down into hydrogen peroxide over time. The reason some people experience tooth sensitivity to different whitening products (white strips, dental office whitening products) is because they temporarily dehydrate the teeth during the process. Once the process is complete, the teeth rehydrate over a couple of days and the sensitivity subsides. The paste mixture listed above may help with surface stains/discolorations, but is not effective on internal stains/discolorations.

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From: LoriLou

On Feb 29, 2004

Have been brushing with this from time to time for many years, minus the flavoring. It does work very well, as does plain baking soda mixed with a drop of water. It makes your teeth and mouth feel so squeaky clean! However, a small caution - my dentist recommended I not over use it; the abrasive action of the soda can eventually damage the enamel on your teeth, creating a much worse problem than discolored teeth.

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