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A member asked:
Heard that if you mix bi-carb soda and lemon juice together it works as a teeth whitener. is this true?
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Not really: It may remove some superficial stains, making your teeth look whiter, but it will not actually whiten your teeth. Lemon juice is acidic, and acid dissolves your enamel, and baking soda is abrasive, which can wear way the enamel. Buy otc whitening products if professional application is not in your budget.
Answered 12/15/2013
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NO, DO NOT USE: That combination will do nothing but harm your teeth making the enamel more porous and therefore stain more readily. See your dentist for an evaluation and discussion about what will work best for you.
Answered 12/15/2013
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