Yellow plaque on teeth: causes and solutions

Teeth whitening with banana peels is one of the easiest, cheapest and most controversial ways to brighten your smile. This procedure will not provide you with Hollywood white enamel, but, according to adherents of natural cosmetology, it will allow you to improve the condition of your teeth and remove yellow plaque at home. All you need is a few fresh bananas and a little patience. Since the effect of these fruits is very mild, it takes at least two weeks to get results.

It should be taken into account that due to individual characteristics and the condition of the enamel, the effectiveness of such whitening will vary. Such cleaning will not cause harm, so if you like to experiment, you can try this method, which has become one of the most popular today. But be prepared that banana bleaching may also not bring benefits. If you want to get a guaranteed result in a reasonable time, use special whitening pastes or learn about brushing your teeth with soda.

Myth or reality

The method of whitening teeth with a banana has found supporters. Many people talk about excellent results. However, dentists raise a number of objections. Listen to them if you care about your dental health. There have been no serious studies that would show the effectiveness of the procedure.

But, in a well-known case, in the USA, volunteers participated in an experiment where the participants were divided into 3 groups: some brushed their teeth with toothpaste only, others brushed their teeth with toothpaste and banana, and others brushed their teeth with banana peel. Analysis of the results showed that volunteers from the third group had an increased risk of caries compared to the previous two.

Based on the research data, it was concluded that it will not be possible to lighten your teeth enough to amaze others with a sparkling smile using banana peels, because:

• the abrasive particles contained in it are too small to combat plaque;
• the fruit’s own pigmentation causes the opposite effect – yellowing, if the fashionable method is used frequently;
• If you brush your teeth poorly, after applying the peel, bacteria remain on them that can cause caries.

The only thing is, if you use banana peel in conjunction with the advice of those who already have experience in unusual lightening, your teeth will actually become half a tone whiter.

Indications and contraindications for whitening

Your teeth should have a fairly strong and thick layer of enamel. Only a dentist can determine its condition. The yellow coating should be superficial. If it is deep, then teeth whitening methods will not bring you the desired result.

Contraindications:

• Increased sensitivity of teeth;
• Allergy to hydrogen peroxide;
• Caries;
• Damage to enamel.

So, if the dentist has determined that there are no contraindications to the procedure, you can perform home teeth whitening, saving time and money, but always proceed from the principle of “do no harm.”

Why banana helps

The skin of the aromatic fruit has an uneven surface on the inside: abrasive particles actually remove a small part of the soft coating. Both the pulp and the peel contain:

• vitamins A, B, E;
• calcium;
• phosphorus;
• manganese.

When you brush your teeth with a banana, there is no risk of damaging the enamel with aggressive particles, as with chemical whitening. The possibility of getting a burn to the mucous membrane is excluded. In this regard, banana is safe to use.

Want to try? Then follow the rules - watch the video with comments or photos of each stage of cleaning, arranged step by step:

The effect of this whitening method

Banana peels began to be used in home enamel whitening relatively recently, but have already become popular among many consumers. This product was especially appreciated by lovers of everything healthy and natural.

Important! This method is not only safe, affordable, but also quite beneficial for teeth. The beneficial components contained in this herbal component have a positive effect on the structure of the enamel and at the same time improve the condition of the teeth. Banana peels contain a number of nutritional components - potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, B vitamins. All these components can effectively whiten tooth enamel, improve the appearance of dental units, and also strengthen the structure.

Banana peel for teeth whitening is a new trend in using natural dental care ingredients because... The minerals contained in banana peels are absorbed by the teeth, which makes them whiter.

But before you use a banana peel, you should carefully examine and check it. It should not contain abrasive components that can harm teeth.

Instructions for use

Take a ripe fruit and remove a piece of peel. There is no need to clean everything - it will be needed for the following procedures.

We cut the skin into pieces 2 by 4 cm. This is the preparatory stage. Now:

1. We brush our teeth with toothpaste.
2. Apply the crust and rub thoroughly. We try to “go through” all the teeth, paying special attention to the smile area.
3. We fix the effect with soft movements of a dry brush.
4. Leave the banana pulp on your teeth for about 5 minutes. Try not to close your lips so as not to erase it prematurely.
5. Rinse your mouth with water.
6. We brush our teeth with toothpaste again.
7. The last step is to use a mouth rinse.

There is a second way: chop a piece of banana with a fork and apply it to your teeth. Next, the steps are the same as described above.

Still, you shouldn’t expect a significant whitening effect...

According to reviews from some experimenters, it is possible to whiten teeth with banana peels, but the result will still be insignificant. Sometimes so insignificant and not meeting expectations that those who have gone through similar experiments are advised to photograph their smiles before and after so that they can compare later. The maximum you can count on here is 1-2 tones. And then, only on the condition that you do not have a large amount of hard and soft deposits on your teeth, and you adhere to certain rules: try not to drink black tea and strong coffee, red wine, sauces and berries, give up smoking, follow a predominantly “white diet” diet." Also, you should not at all expect that such a method will help get rid of defects such as erosion, enamel hypoplasia, and tetracycline teeth.

The whitening effect will be negligible

Opinions for and against

A banana can whiten your teeth a little, as practice shows. But it is unrealistic to replace a professional procedure performed by a dentist in this way.

Doctors believe that the only condition that guarantees the preservation of healthy teeth and gums is a timely visit to the dental office. At home, citric acid has a fairly strong whitening effect. Banana peels do not contain it. The fashionable method of lightening is rather an additional procedure that must be used carefully.

Proponents of the method claim that it is the banana that helps them maintain the beauty of their teeth. But there is no point in completely relying on someone’s opinion; it is better to get your own experience and then draw conclusions.

If you rub your enamel with a banana peel, don’t forget to brush your teeth

Why is this so important to do? Do not forget that a fruit such as a banana, as well as its peelings, contain a large amount of sugar and acids, which, when in the mouth, disrupt the acid-base balance, and also serve as an excellent breeding ground for cariogenic bacteria. Therefore, if you do not want your teeth to turn blacker even more after this whitening technique as a result of caries appearing on them, then strictly follow this advice!

Warning

Are you planning to conduct an experiment? Listen to advice that will help you achieve the desired result.

1. If you often experience relapses of caries, abandon this method or use it occasionally. Reason: banana is rich in sugar, and if its particles remain in the interdental spaces after whitening, they will give impetus to the formation of new carious cavities.
2. If your tooth enamel is thin and sensitive, do not brush too hard during the procedure, as this will cause damage to your mouth.
3. Use banana peels for whitening no more than 3 times a week.
4. Apply the paste after each time you apply the peel.
5. During the lightening period, do not consume coloring foods: coffee, chocolate, beets, red wine.
6. Forget about cigarettes, try to eat less sweets.

With frequent use of the peel as a natural brightener, a burning sensation on the tongue and discomfort in the mouth may occur. In this case, stop using the method and return to regular brushing with toothpaste - twice a day.

How to whiten teeth with a banana: instructions

Before you begin the actual bleaching process, you need to prepare, namely, buy the right fruits. It is best to choose ripe bananas without damage or black spots on the peel. They contain the largest amount of minerals. Do not take a lot of bananas at once; it is best to make a supply for 3-5 days, one fruit per day. Then buy fresh ones, otherwise the fruits may become overripe, and in this form they certainly will not bring any benefit.

Once everything is prepared, you can begin the procedures:

• Cut the banana into two halves, remove the peel from one - this is enough for peeling. The banana itself can be eaten, but the skin must be prepared for bleaching. To do this, cut it into strips two centimeters wide and four centimeters long.
• Brush your teeth, this will make the whitening procedure more effective, since brushing will remove the top plaque from the teeth. Thanks to this, the contact surface between active substances and enamel will increase.
• Apply the first strip to your teeth and close your lips. At this stage, the enamel absorbs the necessary substances most effectively. Their effect is enhanced by temperature, which does not decrease when the mouth is closed.
• Next, run the second strip over your teeth using gentle massaging movements. Try to cover even hard-to-reach areas, rub your teeth for at least three minutes.
• Close your teeth and cover them with a fresh strip for about a minute.
• Remove the banana peel and try not to smear the layer that remains on your teeth with the inner surface of your lips. Keep your grin open for eight to fifteen minutes.
• After this time, brush your teeth with a dry brush; this will help the substances penetrate into the most inaccessible places; in addition, this will allow you to redistribute the active substances to those areas where they were lacking.
• Rinse your mouth and rinse the brush thoroughly.
• The last step will be to clean again with the paste. This is necessary because leftover banana peels can make your mouth more alkaline, which will not be good for your teeth.

To get a visible effect, you must repeat this procedure at least twice a day. You will need one banana per day: the first half in the morning, the second in the evening.

Reviews

Let's listen to those who have already tested the effectiveness of the method on themselves. Opinions are mostly neutral or positive.

Danil

“I heard about the method of bleaching with banana peels a couple of months ago. I tried it. I liked it, my teeth became lighter.”

Olga

“I didn’t believe in the possibility of achieving the effect in such an original way. I always monitor the condition of my oral cavity and have regular check-ups with the dentist. I decided to try banana peel as an addition. The result surprised me, the doctor praised me and said that my teeth were strong and did not darken.”

Anastasia

“I love to experiment. Therefore, as soon as I learned about the magical properties of bananas, I began to brush my teeth with the peel 2 times a week. I won’t say that the smile is perfect, like that of Hollywood stars. But there is a certain lightening effect!”

What additional steps should be taken to maintain the whiteness of tooth enamel?

Carrying out a whitening procedure is not all that a person can do to please himself and those around him with a healthy, snow-white smile. No whitening procedure can preserve the healthy color of teeth for a long time unless some preventive measures are taken. Completing all preventive measures is especially important in the first two weeks; this period is important for achieving the desired tone of purity. And then the cleanliness and whiteness of your teeth will only need to be maintained at the proper level.

• For two weeks, avoid drinks and food that contain persistent coloring pigments. Avoid coffee and strong black tea, carbonated drinks that contain dark coloring substances, and liqueurs. Some berries with persistent pigment, such as blueberries, bird cherry, and serviceberry, can contribute to the staining of tooth enamel. All types of citrus fruits can hinder the results of whitening. Beetroot and tomato paste (ketchup) have strong pigmentation.
• Stop smoking or chewing tobacco for at least a couple of weeks. Tobacco in any form carries the most persistent pigmentation. Therefore, if you cannot completely quit smoking, make it a habit to chew gum after each cigarette.
• Some types of medications can have a negative effect on tooth enamel. If you are forced to regularly consume any medications, you should consult with your doctor about reducing the doses of medications used for at least ten days.

Preventive measures are also important so that you are convinced of the results obtained. To test the effectiveness of whitening, you need to take photographs of your teeth before the procedure begins. Strictly follow the whitening procedure and preventive measures for at least a period of two weeks, and then photograph the teeth again so that there is an opportunity for comparison. When taking photographs, for the purity of test results, you need to maintain the scale and lighting.

Dr. Zubastik sums it up

Traditional methods sometimes give results that you do not expect. So, with banana peels: try it, it won’t do any harm if you simultaneously brush your teeth with a therapeutic and prophylactic paste. It is quite possible that there will be a slight brightening effect.

And do not forget to visit the dentist twice a year to prevent oral diseases because a banana cannot replace professional instruments and teeth whitening with specialized medical means.

Tags: banana, folk remedies, whitening

About the author: Dr. Zubastik

Typically, a toothache begins to subside on the way to the clinic and finally goes away after 10 minutes of sitting in line to see the dentist.

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Clinical researches

Clinical studies have proven that regular use of professional toothpaste ASEPTA GENTLE WHITENING for a month allows you to lighten tooth enamel by 1.5 tones, increases anti-caries effectiveness by 3.4 times and increases enamel remineralization by 2.6 times.

Sources:

1. Report on determining/confirming the preventive properties of toothpaste “ASEPTA PLUS” GENTLE WHITENING” Author: doctor-researcher A.A. Leontyev, head Department of Preventive Dentistry, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor S.B. Ulitovsky First St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova, Department of Preventive Dentistry
2. Report on the determination/confirmation of the preventive properties of personal oral hygiene products “ASEPTA PLUS” Remineralization doctor-researcher A.A. Leontyev, head Department of Preventive Dentistry, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor S.B. Ulitovsky First St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova, Department of Preventive Dentistry
3. Clinical studies of antisensitive toothpaste “Asepta Sensitive” (A.A. Leontyev, O.V. Kalinina, S.B. Ulitovsky) A.A. LEONTIEV, dentist O.V. KALININA, dentist S.B. ULITOVSKY, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Prof. Department of Therapeutic Dentistry, St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova
4. Report on determining/confirming the preventive properties of toothpaste “ASEPTA PLUS” COFFEE and TOBACCO Author: doctor-researcher A.A. Leontyev, head Department of Preventive Dentistry, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor S.B. Ulitovsky. First St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova, Department of Preventive Dentistry

How many days should you follow the “white diet” after teeth whitening?

The whitening process is not completed the moment the patient gets out of the chair. The effect needs to be consolidated. For this, certain restrictions are introduced. Very strict - for 48 hours, but dentists recommend not to take risks and stick to a “transparent” diet for 2 weeks

. So you will definitely amaze others with whiteness for many months. During this time, the tooth enamel will be restored and restrictions can be removed. Although it should be remembered that uncontrolled use of products with coloring pigments will cause the shine and sparkle of the enamel to fade quite quickly. But reasonable use, on the contrary, will prolong the effect.

Why are restrictions needed?

After the procedure, tooth enamel:

• Becomes more sensitive
  .
  Over time, the increased sensitivity goes away, but in the first 48 hours
  , the reaction to substances contained in food can be severe.
• Even gentle manipulation increases its permeability
  . Acids contained in some products may increase the risk of deterioration of the surface layer.
• Becomes more porous
  . The top layer of dentin is temporarily exposed. Pigments can easily penetrate it and stain it, ruining the entire procedure.

A few words about bananas

Bananas are a popular fruit for most people. They originate from Southeast Asia, but today they are grown throughout the world. Bananas are extremely healthy and very tasty. Banana is an edible fruit that is produced by large herbaceous flowering plants.

Botanically, a banana is a berry, but it is usually curved and elongated. Bananas can range in color from green, yellow, purple, red or brown. The most common type is the yellow banana, which is green in color when it is not yet ripe. Now we will tell you a few words about the health benefits of this amazing fruit.

What is possible

Fortunately, the list of products allowed after whitening is quite extensive. It includes:

• White meat
  (turkey, chicken),
  fish
  . They contain no acids or dyes. They provide us with protein without harm to health.
• Tofu
  . An excellent source of protein for vegetarians and vegans.
• Dairy products
  without dyes. Classic yogurt, milk without additives, cottage cheese, sour cream will provide you with the calcium you need after the intervention.
• Cheeses. It is better to avoid exotic ones due to increased sensitivity.
• Cereals, pasta
  and
  bread
  . Most cereals and pasta are allowed on the “white diet”. Problems can only arise with colored pasta or dumplings made from red flour.
• Light fruits and berries
  . They provide our body with vitamins.
• Light vegetables
  . Provide fiber without damaging teeth.
• Water
  . It definitely won’t leave dark spots or destroy the enamel. It's the best choice for hydration, oral health and a bright smile.