Tartar is a bacteria-filled plaque that hardens and stains white teeth. If left unremoved, it becomes rough and can lead to gum disease. Furthermore, these yellowish stains can reduce self-confidence. However, there are natural ways to remove this plaque using ingredients found in your kitchen. Here are ten natural ways to eliminate tartar buildup on your teeth.

Baking soda and salt:
For this simple yet effective method, mix a tablespoon of baking soda with a pinch of salt. Dip your toothbrush in this mixture and brush your teeth. Alternatively, you can add this mixture to your regular toothpaste. However, don’t use this method more than once a week because baking soda is abrasive and can damage tooth enamel.

Orange Peel:
Don’t throw away orange peels! Simply rub the white part of the orange peel directly on your teeth for 2 or 3 minutes. You can also make a paste from the peel and apply it to your teeth. Then rinse with warm water. Use this method two or three times a week.

Lemon Juice:
Lemon juice is an effective alternative for removing tartar and whitening teeth. Dip your toothbrush in fresh lemon juice and gently brush your teeth for about a minute, then rinse. Use this method once every two weeks because lemon juice is highly acidic and can damage tooth enamel.

Sesame Seeds:
Sesame seeds act as a natural scrub for cleaning teeth. Chew a spoonful of sesame seeds, without swallowing them, until they form a paste in your mouth. Then use a dry toothbrush to brush your teeth with this paste. This method can be used twice a week.

Coconut Oil:
Using a popular method called “gandouch,” coconut oil absorbs dirt in the mouth, reduces tartar and plaque, and helps fight bad breath. Swish a tablespoon or two of coconut oil in your mouth for 10-15 minutes, spit it out, then rinse thoroughly with warm water.

Strawberries and tomatoes.
Rich in vitamin C, strawberries and tomatoes are a good alternative to citrus fruits for removing tartar. Blend these fruits to form a paste and apply it to your teeth. Leave it on for 5 minutes, then rinse with water. Be careful, strawberries can damage the enamel if you have sensitive teeth.

Aloe vera and glycerin:
Mix one tablespoon of pure aloe vera gel, four tablespoons of vegetable glycerin, ten drops of lemon essential oil, and four tablespoons of baking soda in a cup of water to make a smooth paste. Brush your teeth with this paste once a day until the tartar disappears, then repeat the process every three or four days.

Cloves: Cloves
, long used to treat toothaches, have antibacterial properties. Grind your nails or use a ready-made paste, add a drizzle of olive oil, and apply the mixture to the stained areas. You can also chew cloves regularly to reduce bad breath.

The Canadian Blood Root

Dragon’s blood root, also known as dragon’s blood, is effective at reducing tartar due to its antibacterial properties. Add three or four drops of dragon’s blood root extract to a cup of warm water to create a mouthwash. Gargle daily or twice daily.

These natural remedies are effective if tartar buildup hasn’t reached a critical level. If this is the case or you have very sensitive teeth, consult a dentist for professional tartar removal methods.