For a radiant smile, it is important to keep your teeth white. Unfortunately, newer whitening methods and kits can be not only expensive, but also harmful to tooth enamel. That’s why there’s nothing better than grandmother’s recipe for white, healthy teeth. For this, Dr. Derek J. Chang recommends two components: salt and ginger. Ginger acts as a powerful antioxidant and relieves pain in the teeth and gums, especially inflammation. Iranian researchers have been able to demonstrate the anti-inflammatory effect of this food, which is similar to that of ibuprofen.