5 Foods That Naturally Whiten Teeth

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Strawberries

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Pineapples

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Leafy Greens

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Dairy Products

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Apples

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[{"selector":"#anim-7bee3193-32eb-4f36-bde6-22ee33e048a9","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-df3d0ee0-34a8-4b4a-861f-7445aa1f76a5","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 128.31907%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] While these foods can help with some surface stains, they won't dramatically whiten teeth. For deeper stains or a more noticeable whitening effect, consult a dentist about professional whitening options. Photo Credit: Shutterstock