Now more than ever, aesthetics are important in today’s society and having a white smile falls into that category. There are a variety of different ways to help enhance your smile to brighten and whiten your teeth. From toothpaste that contains baking soda to over-the-counter home whitening kits to in-office professional whitening treatments, the options are endless.
However, many people are unaware of how they can avoid or prevent stains from plaguing their teeth in the first place to avoid having to get such treatments or at least at a high frequency. Keep reading for some useful tips on how to keep your smile stain-free.
Foods & Drinks to Avoid
The majority of stains on your teeth are caused by specific foods and drinks you consume regularly. Some drinks to avoid are wine, tea, coffee, and carbonated sodas as they have intense colors and higher propensity to stain teeth. Foods with darker colors are also ones that can leave stains on your teeth if you aren’t careful to brush your teeth right after consumption.
Acidic foods and drinks can soften your teeth, which makes them more able to be stained as a result. Smoking and chewing tobacco not only tint and stain your teeth but can also lead to permanent discoloration not to mention damage to the health of your gums.
How to Prevent Teeth Stains
You may not realize this but using a straw to drink can help prevent stains form developing by keeping beverages with staining potential from coming in contact with your teeth. If you swallow the beverage quickly you are also able to reduce the contact and staining potential on your teeth. The most effective way to prevent staining is frequent brushing, although this may not seem like a constant possibility, there are ways you can ensure this such as keeping a portable toothbrush and toothpaste in your bag or jacket pocket.
If this is not possible, another alternative after eating or drinking is to visit the bathroom and rinse your mouth with water. Be sure to swish it around your teeth and this can help prevent staining.
For more information contact your Dental Office Calgary