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2. Freshen your breath and whiten your teeth
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Furthermore, baking soda is a fantastic oral hygiene agent. Studies show that toothpaste with baking soda removes plaque and whitens teeth better than toothpaste without baking soda. However, you don't have to buy the toothpaste to reap the benefits. You can dip your toothbrush directly into a small mixture of baking soda and water before brushing. Baking soda is a fantastic mouthwash and also contains powerful antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. All it takes is half a glass of water and a teaspoon of baking soda; swish it around your mouth and spit it out like any other mouthwash. The mixture works well for cleaning nooks and crannies around and between teeth that would otherwise go unbrushed.
