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We all know this moment in front of the mirror where our smile seems a little dull. Wondering how to find bright teeth without going through the dentist’s office? There is a surprising, easy-to-achie at home trick that could well rekindle the brilliance of your smile … but be careful, it must be used with caution.
Teeth whitening: a natural, but not safe, solution
Many grandmother’s remedies promise a bright smile. One of the most popular is an ingredient as common as acidic: lemon. Used wisely, it can really make a difference. But why combine it with toothpaste? And above all, how do you do it without damaging your teeth?
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Why can lemon help whiten teeth?
Lemon is naturally rich in citric acid, an agent known for its cleansing properties. A little bit like a descaling product for coffee maker, it dissolves impurities… but be careful, the enamel of our teeth is not an inert surface. Too much acidity can wear it, much like a sponge that is too rubbed.
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The role of toothpaste in this mixture
Unlike a simple lemon paste, adding a fluorinated toothpaste helps to limit the aggressive effects of the lemon while effectively cleaning surface spots. It’s kind of like diluting a powerful product with a softener: you keep the efficiency, but smoothly.
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