How To Remove Tartar and Plaque from Teeth AT HOME!

If you hate going to the dentist, this video explains on how to remove tartar and plaque from your teeth at home, without having to go to the dentist! This may not be strictly a "natural" remedy, but it works and keeps you away from the dentist's office.

Coconut Oil Destroys the Bacteria That Cause Tooth Decay

Coconut oil destroys the bacteria that cause tooth decay, says Fiona Macrae.

One too many Bounty chocolate bars could leave you in need of a trip to the dreaded dentist.

But scientists have found that coconut could help fight the main bug behind tooth decay. Read more

6 Alternatives to Toothpaste

In ranking the many chemical hazards we face, toothpaste and mouthwash are way down the list. However, Tess Pennington reminds us that chemical-free ways to promote healthy teeth and gums are readily available and effective if we prefer to use them.

... Below are six alternatives to toothpaste that can be used to not only promote healthy teeth and gums, but most of these alternatives have antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that assist in preventing dental issues such as gingivitis, canker sores and gum disease. Read more

Mouthwash or Hogwash?

Experts argue that not only is a mouthwash useless, but it can also be harmful to your health.

Waking up with the unpleasant hum of dog breath is far from uncommon. Whether it is the after-effects of a curry, or a more lingering problem of sewer-scented oral odour, around 95 per cent of Britons suffer bad breath at some time in their lives. Such is the social embarrassment that £350 million a year is spent on products that promise to sweeten breath. But is it money well spent? An increasing number of medical experts think not, with some going as far as to caution that swilling with a mouthwash can cause more problems than it purports to cure. Read more

Whiter Teeth the Natural Way

If you've ever considered teeth whitening, you've already found out that it's expensive. Even the over-the-counter kits aren't cheap. Besides that, chemicals, which have no long-term safety record, are sometimes used. Is there an alternative to expensive and possibly unsafe teeth whitening procedures?

Going into the dentist for a teeth whitening procedure is not always a smart option. If many teeth whitening products in the market may involve using dangerous chemicals, teeth whitening products with natural ingredients can be the safest choice. In fact, as most dental experts say, the best way to brighten our teeth is the natural teeth whitening route. Just by using some preventive measures and making treatments out of herbs, we can achieve that pearly whites of our dream. Read more