The $5 trick to achieve whiter teeth at home – it’s safe and can be done daily

YOU NO longer need expensive strips or treatments to get radiantly white teeth.

One household product can help you get a whiter smile without leaving home, and medical experts say it's both safe and effective.

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Known as oil pulling, this traditional Indian folk method was created to pull toxins from the body and enhance your oral hygiene.

One medical expert this remedy and said it can help you get a whiter smile as well.

This process is simple, as all you need is a $5 jar of .

Oil pulling will help remove bacteria from your mouth, which can eventually turn to plaque and make your teeth yellow.

Coconut oil is commonly used for oil pulling as it has a pleasant taste and many , such as improving oral, skin, and hair health.

It's also very high in lauric acid which is known to kill bacteria.

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You only need to use one tablespoon of coconut oil and can either turn it into a liquid with the warmth of your mouth or melt it before using.

Put the tablespoon of oil in your mouth and swish it around for a few minutes.

When finished, it is recommended to spit it out into a trash can after 15-20 minutes, as it could turn solid if you spit into the sink and can clog drain pipes.

Since pulling does not expose your teeth to acid or eroding ingredients, it has been proven safe to do.

One mother shared that she keeps her teeth white by brushing them with her breast milk, and it benefits her hair as well.

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