While nothing is as effective as brushing and flossing your teeth, there are certain foods that naturally help clean your teeth. If your teeth are in need of a little, these foods actually help you maintain your million dollar smile.

1. Cheese
Yes, we said cheese! Cheese contains natural cavity-fighting agents along with vitamins to strengthen your teeth. It also contains calcium and phosphate which helps balance your mouth's pH and kill bacteria that could cause cavities and disease. In addition, cheese protects the enamel on your teeth and helps prevent plaque buildup. Next time you want a little extra teeth cleaning, just say ‘Cheeeese!’

2. Strawberries
Not only do we love the way they taste, but we also love that they clean your teeth! Did you know that strawberries are natural abrasives? This means that eating them scrubs your teeth in a natural and harmless way. Strawberries also act as a natural teeth whitening agent adding to the brightness of your pretty smile.

3. Green Tea
Great for colds and even better for hygiene! Green tea contains polyphenol antioxidant plant compounds that reduce plaque and help fight gum disease. Green tea also helps reduce bad breath, which is a plus when you can’t brush! Tooth enamel is also strengthened by green tea because of the fluoride it contains.

So if you want to go beyond your normal cleaning and give your teeth a little TLC throughout your week, try mixing some of these foods into your daily diet.