I know that Lala0428 wanted something to help brighten her smile, so I thought that I would help her out today! And believe me when I say that this particular fix is easy - only two ingredients!

You may or may not know this but strawberries can actually lighten teeth and remove discolorations. How great is that? It may not rival a trip to the dentist, but hopefully you'll see a difference in the quality of your smile!

Strawberry Smile Brightener
-courtesy of The Ultimate Natural Beauty Book

1 ripe strawberry
1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Crush the strawberry into a pulp, then mix with the baking powder. Use a soft toothbrush to "paint" the mixture onto teeth and allow to set for 5 minutes. Then brush thoroughly to remove the mixture and rinse with plenty of water.

Teeth also love...

Fresh sage. Rub a leaf over your teeth to make them brighter and whiter.

Raspberries, which are reputed to help dissolve plaque when you eat them.

Fresh spearmint. Chew on a fresh leaf to whiten the teeth, condition the gums, and help prevent bad breath.

Calendula tea. A mouthful is great for healing mouth ulcers and for treating gum disease.

Happy Smiling!