Natural Remedies To Remove Dental Plaque

Plaque is that yellowish, sticky bacteria that builds up on the enamel and gums and makes your teeth look unattractive. In the article below we give you an overview of the possible causes of plaque, as well as some natural remedies to remove plaque.

Causes of dental plaque

• The main reason for dental plaque is a diet high in acidic foods, sugars, refined flour and harmful fats. Most people think that the main reason is poor dental hygiene, but that can be prevented by eating enough fruits and vegetables.
• Poor dental hygiene contributes to the formation of dental plaque.
• Coffee, black tea and tobacco also increase the chance of plaque buildup.

Why do we need to prevent dental plaque?

You should prevent or remove plaque for more than just aesthetic reasons. If you don’t prevent or treat it, the bacteria will cause inflammation of the gums in the long term, which can lead to gingivitis.

Nutrition and supplements

• The most recommended foods to remove plaque are  raw fruits and vegetables, especially apples and green leafy vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, chard, arugula, etc.
• Sesame seeds. These contain a lot of calcium.

• Stevia or honey herb. This is a plant that is used as a natural sweetener and is also very good for the teeth.
• Salt water. This helps to remineralize, clean and also strengthen your teeth.
• CoQ10 is recommended when the plaque also causes gingivitis.
• White clay for oral use helps to maintain a good pH balance in our mouth.

Oil rinses to remove plaque

Sunflower oil rinses are a method from India to remove dental plaque. It helps clean teeth, treat oral problems and remove toxins from the inside and outside of your mouth.

It is especially recommended in case of infections in the mouth, gum problems, dental plaque, gingivitis, loose teeth and discolored teeth.

You just need cold-pressed sunflower oil or sesame oil. Remember to use these products only as a rinse aid to get the most out of their antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

Activated carbon

Activated charcoal is a fantastic remedy for cleaning and whitening your teeth, as well as preventing oral infections. You can find it in health food stores or herbal stores. Brush your teeth with it for two minutes. Even though it is black in color, you will see that your teeth look much cleaner after rinsing.

It is important that it is plant based and not petroleum based. Like baking soda, it also chafes your teeth, so don’t use it too often. So it’s important to use activated charcoal in moderation, as it can damage your tooth enamel if used too intensely.

Distilled water and baking soda

Distilled water is a natural bleaching agent, so we only use it once a week. Just add three drops to your toothbrush before brushing.

Baking soda is also an ancient remedy for cleaning your teeth and avoiding an acidic environment. Use it up to twice a week by putting it on your toothbrush and brushing your teeth gently with it, so as not to damage the enamel.

A few more comments…

As we have already mentioned in this article, daily dental and oral hygiene is of great importance:

• Brush your teeth after a meal for at least two minutes.
• Use the best natural or ecological toothpaste. Most conventional toothpastes contain harsh chemicals that affect the pH balance of your mouth.
• Floss every day before bed to remove any leftover food.
• Use a mouthwash. A tip for a natural mouthwash is an infusion of thyme and mint. Or use salt water.
• If you have sticky plaque, see your dentist for a cleaning. When you let this build up, it can cause damage to your tooth enamel.