Words of Wisdom No.5 - Gargle with apple cider vinegar
If you’ve followed the recent natural health craze at all, you’ve likely heard about the healthful tonic apple cider vinegar. Whether you’ve used it for any other reason or not, we suggest you use it to improve your oral health. As unusual as it may seem, apple cider vinegar is actually one of the most effective, readily available natural ways to whiten teeth for a few key reasons – it’s high concentration of acetic acid being one of them.
What is Apple Cider Vinegar?
Apple cider vinegar is a healthful compound derived from apples. The vinegar is created using a two-step process. Initially, apples are crushed and then exposed to yeast, which allows the sugars to ferment and convert to alcohol. The alcohol solution is then mixed with additional bacteria and allowed to ferment further to create acetic acid – the most active compound in this type of vinegar.
How Does ACV Naturally Whiten Teeth?
If you’ve looked at the ingredient list of other tooth whitening products, you may have been slightly concerned, which is why using apple cider vinegar or other natural ways to whiten teeth is so important. But, you may be concerned that without the added ingredients apple cider may not be as effective. In fact, just the contrary is true.
Apple cider vinegar contains a high concentration of acetic acid. This acid in conjunction with a variety of other enzymes and friendly bacteria function to oxidize and otherwise break down the stains on your teeth, so your teeth will be naturally whiter and brighter. Many Orthodontics Fredericksburg patients actually liked the effects of apple cider vinegar to that of professional whitening systems.
If you want to whiten your teeth without the added cost, try gargling apple cider vinegar at least once a week and you’ll see the difference for yourself. If you want a healthier, more beautiful smile, contact Beercroft Orthodontics today for the best Orthodontics in Fredericksburgg.
Beecroft Orthodontics, 10472 Georgetown Dr. Fredericksburg, Virginia
Phone: 540-898-2200
Gargle With Apple Cider Vinegar