Here are 9 natural and detailed remedies to help remove plaque and tartar buildup from your teeth at home. These methods focus on safe, effective, and accessible ingredients, though they should not replace professional dental care.

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✅ What Are Plaque and Tartar?

• Plaque is a sticky, colorless film of bacteria that forms on teeth.

• Tartar (calculus) is hardened plaque that can stain and lead to gum disease.

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🦷 9 Natural Ways to Remove Plaque & Tartar Buildup (with Recipes)

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1. Baking Soda & Hydrogen Peroxide Paste

🧪 Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp baking soda

• 2 tsp 3% hydrogen peroxide

• Optional: 1 drop peppermint oil

🧾 Directions:

1. Mix baking soda and peroxide into a paste.

2. Use a toothbrush to gently scrub teeth for 2–3 minutes.

3. Rinse thoroughly with water.

📝 Notes:

• Use 2–3 times a week.

• Do not swallow.

• Too frequent use can damage enamel — moderate use is key.

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2. Coconut Oil Pulling

🧪 Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp organic coconut oil

🧾 Directions:

1. Put oil in your mouth and swish for 10–20 minutes.

2. Spit it out in the trash (not the sink).

3. Rinse with warm water and brush teeth.

📝 Notes:

• Daily use can reduce bacteria and prevent plaque buildup.

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3. Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse

🧪 Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 1/2 cup water

🧾 Directions:

1. Mix and use as a mouth rinse for 1 minute.

2. Rinse your mouth thoroughly with water.

3. Brush your teeth afterwards.

📝 Notes:

• Use only 1–2 times a week to avoid enamel erosion.

• Always dilute to avoid acidity damage.

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4. Aloe Vera & Glycerin Scrub

🧪 Ingredients:

• 1 tsp aloe vera gel

• 4 tsp vegetable glycerin

• 5 tbsp baking soda

• 10 drops lemon essential oil

• 1 cup water

🧾 Directions:

1. Mix ingredients into a paste.

2. Store in a jar and use like toothpaste 2–3 times a week.

📝 Notes:

• Aloe vera helps reduce gum inflammation and bacteria.

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5. Orange Peel Rub

🧪 Ingredients:

• Fresh orange peel

🧾 Directions:

1. Rub the inner (white) side of the peel directly on teeth for 2 minutes.

2. Let it sit, then rinse or brush.

📝 Notes:

• The peel’s vitamin C and antimicrobial properties fight tartar.

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6. Sesame Seed Scrub

🧪 Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp raw sesame seeds

🧾 Directions:

1. Chew (don’t swallow) the seeds for 1–2 minutes.

2. Use a dry toothbrush to brush your teeth with the seed residue.

3. Rinse thoroughly.

📝 Notes:

• Acts as a natural exfoliator for plaque without damaging enamel.

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7. Guava Leaves (or Fruit)

🧪 Ingredients:

• Fresh guava leaves or raw guava fruit

🧾 Directions:

1. Chew 1–2 guava leaves daily and spit them out.

2. Alternatively, rub crushed leaves on gums or use as a mouthwash (boil leaves in water and cool).

📝 Notes:

• Guava has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

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8. Clove & Olive Oil Paste

🧪 Ingredients:

• 1/2 tsp clove powder

• 1/2 tsp olive oil

🧾 Directions:

1. Mix into a paste.

2. Apply to gums and teeth, let sit for 2 minutes.

3. Rinse and brush.

📝 Notes:

• Clove reduces bacteria and soothes gums.

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9. Strawberry & Baking Soda Paste

🧪 Ingredients:

• 1 ripe strawberry, mashed

• 1/2 tsp baking soda

🧾 Directions:

1. Mix and apply to teeth.

2. Leave on for 5 minutes, then brush and rinse thoroughly.

📝 Notes:

• Malic acid in strawberries acts as a natural whitener, while baking soda removes buildup.

• Limit to once a week.

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⚠️ Important Tips:

• Brush twice daily and floss once daily.

• Use a soft-bristled brush.

• Visit a dentist twice a year for cleanings.

• These remedies are preventive and supportive — not substitutes for professional treatment, especially if tartar has hardened.