Show Off Your Pearly Whites without Expensive Bleaching

Everyone wants pearly white teeth, right? I know I do! But let me tell you, I will never ever spend crazy amounts of money to have my teeth professionally bleached again. One horrible experience was quite enough! So for those of you who want gorgeous white teeth without breaking the bank, I have some tips and tricks for you!

I had a lot of dental work done a few years ago and part of the process included professionally bleaching my teeth. Through that excruciatingly painful 45 minutes I learned I have sensitive teeth, which rules out any professional bleaching in the future. So if you have sensitive teeth like I do, I recommend taking this route to a whiter, brighter smile.

One important step to a shining smile is flossing! I know, I know... most people don't have time to floss. But I promise you if you take those couple minutes, even just once a night, your teeth with look cleaner and brighter. Another tip to avoid staining is to drink your coffee or soda through a straw. I love my coffee in the morning and I almost always drink it out of a straw! It really helps.

Thanks to Pinterest, I found a great method for at-home teeth whitening. Mix a little bit of toothpaste, a teaspoon of baking soda, a teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide, and half a teaspoon of water. Brush onto your teeth for 2 minutes. Use this DIY once a week until your smile is blindingly beautiful!