Oral Hygiene

As an abrasive, baking soda physically removes surface stains from tooth enamel. Baking soda acts as both a mild physical abrasive and an alkalizing agent in the mouth. Baking soda raises oral pH to an environment where acid-producing bact…

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As an abrasive, baking soda physically removes surface stains from tooth enamel. Baking soda acts as both a mild physical abrasive and an alkalizing agent in the mouth. Baking soda raises oral pH to an environment where acid-producing bacteria responsible for tooth decay, halitosis, tartar, and plaque cannot survive. One tablespoon of baking soda mixed with one tablespoon of water forms a paste suitable for brushing teeth or as a mouthwash.