**Home tooth scaling** is the use of natural methods and materials such as baking soda, sea salt, strawberries, hydrogen peroxide, banana peel, activated charcoal and other plant compounds to remove surface plaques and plaques, which is suitable for small and superficial plaques and can help whiten teeth, but if the plaques and plaques progress too much, it is necessary to see a dentist; Home methods are effective along with health care such as soft toothbrush, dental floss, avoiding the consumption of colored and sugary substances, but you should not overdo it because it may damage the tooth enamel. On the other hand, scaling in the dental office with specialized tools is more complete and safer and has more lasting results, so home methods play a more complementary and maintenance role and do not replace professional scaling. Also, caution should be taken during pregnancy and for veneered teeth and consult a dentist before using home remedies. What is tooth mass? Dental plaque is formed after dental plaques are formed due to lack of oral and dental hygiene and the accumulation of bacteria and food on the teeth. Dental plaque means the hardening of these dental plaques, which over time causes it to turn from pale yellow to deep yellow or brown. If these scales and plaques increase over time and are not removed by brushing, flossing, and mouthwash, they may be treated with dental scaling methods at home, but otherwise, you should visit a dentist for scaling. **What is home teeth whitening** Scaling teeth at home means to remove plaque and bacteria after they are created using home methods. Usually, by using natural ingredients such as baking soda, vinegar, vegetable oils (coconut oil, olive oil), orange peel and rice water, you can remove dental plaques to some extent. Of course, the home method for removing plaque from teeth at home can usually be used when the plaque has not progressed, and if the condition is excessive and severe, you should visit a dentist. **The best home methods for teeth scaling** Home methods can partially remove dental plaque and tartar and practically whiten your yellow teeth, but these methods are effective when the amount of tartar formed on your teeth is reasonable and low, and if there is a lot of tartar and plaque, you should visit a dentist for scaling. But in the following, we mention the best methods of removing dental plaque at home. ### **Home whitening of teeth with baking soda** Baking soda consists of sodium bicarbonate, and this substance gives baking soda an abrasive effect that can remove plaque and tartar from the surface of the tooth. You can clean your teeth 2 to 3 times a week using a mixture of milky soda and water and a toothbrush, but due to the high level of abrasion, it should not be used more than these times, because it can damage the tooth enamel and make it thin. ### **Home whitening of teeth with sea salt** Sea salt is also composed of sodium and, like baking soda, it has abrasive properties that can cause the destruction of superficial dental plaques. You can mix sea salt with water or even baking soda and brush your teeth with this solution 2-3 times a week to remove plaque and tartar. ### **Home whitening of teeth with strawberries** Strawberries have cleansing properties due to malic acid, which is an organic acid (from the dicarboxylic acid group) and can make your teeth brighter. You can eat strawberries a few times a week or crush them and put them on your teeth for a few minutes and then brush your teeth to remove plaque and tartar. ### **Home teeth whitening using hydrogen peroxide** One of the other substances that can be used as a disinfectant or teeth whitener is hydrogen peroxide, which has the ability to destroy tooth colored pigments, which are actually the surface and internal pigments of the tooth. You can dissolve less than 3% of this substance with water once a week and use it to brush your teeth. Of course, be careful that excessive use of hydrogen peroxide causes the loss of tooth enamel and damage to the gums. ### **Home whitening of teeth using banana peel** Because banana peel contains minerals such as potassium, magnesium and manganese, it can whiten teeth and make them brighter. You can apply the banana peel on your teeth for 2 minutes after brushing your teeth and do this 2-3 times a week, usually after 2-3 weeks the result can be seen. ### **Home whitening of teeth with activated charcoal** The surface of activated charcoal has many holes and pores that can attract bacteria, plaque and dental plaque. You can use a combination of activated charcoal powder with water or toothpaste to brush your teeth for 2 to 3 minutes, but it is not recommended to use it too much, it should be used once or twice a week, and if used excessively, it can cause the loss of tooth enamel and cause tooth sensitivity. ### **Home whitening of teeth using ginger** Ginger is used as an antibiotic to treat tooth infection due to its antibacterial properties. Ginger can cause the inflammation to disappear and destroy the surface particles. You can use it orally or infused. ### **Home whitening of teeth using turmeric** Turmeric, like ginger, also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can be used to clean teeth. You may think that turmeric causes yellow teeth; But it is not like that at all. Turmeric can reduce inflammation and clean teeth and remove plaque. ### **Home teeth whitening with walnut skin or aloe vera extract** There are many substances that have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, among which aloe vera extract and walnut skin are another such substance. These substances can eliminate inflammation and whiten the teeth and prevent the formation of plaques and dental plaques. ### **Home whitening of teeth using water pressure** High-pressure water or Water Flosser is a type of water spray device that is used to clean the surface and interdental space for brushing teeth. This device uses a tank that has mouthwash inside and a pump that injects water under pressure into the teeth and can cause the elimination of all particles and food and to some extent clean and eliminate the surface masses of the teeth. ### **Home whitening of teeth using apple cider vinegar** Apple cider vinegar has an acidic property that can clean and whiten teeth. But you should be careful not to use too much of this substance, because it causes loss of tooth enamel and tooth sensitivity. **Careful and important tips when scaling teeth at home** - Using a soft toothbrush and brushing twice a day, especially after eating each meal. - Using special and high-quality toothpastes containing fluoride. - Cleaning the empty space between the teeth with dental floss after every meal. - Brushing the teeth with a dilute salt water solution. - Avoiding eating colored foods such as tea, coffee, soft drinks, saffron and industrial juices. - Avoid eating sweets, chocolates and sugary substances. - Avoiding smoking, hookah and using alcoholic beverages. - In any case, do not overdo it with any of the home methods for scaling the teeth at home, because it causes the loss or thinning of the tooth enamel and eventually causes tooth sensitivity. - Note that scaling teeth at home is not permanent and the permanent method is to visit a dentist for scaling. **Comparison of dental scaling at home and in the dental office** In general, due to the use of precise and specialized equipment, scaling in the dental office has much better effects in removing deep scale and preventing gum problems. Home methods are mostly used as a supplement and maintenance for surface stains and cannot be a complete substitute for professional descaling.