I love that my family dentist is tech-savvy. It's so easy to book a dentist on his smartphone app if I have a tooth problem or if anyone in my family needs emergency problems (I can choose either my normal dentist or another dentist in his practise depending on availability). He also has some great cameras so that we can see exactly what is going on during treatment. I prefer not to see this, but my kids love to be able to see the dentist using his specialised tools to clean and repair their teeth. This blog has some tips on finding a tech-savvy dentist to help give your family the best possible dental care.
Professional teeth whitening can give you a dazzling white smile, but the effects gradually fade away if you don't take action to protect them. These tips can help to preserve the brightness of your freshly whitened smile.
1. Use Whitening Toothpaste
Although whitening toothpaste isn't as effective as professional teeth whitening for removing stains, it can help to prevent stains building back up. Start using whitening toothpaste from the day of your whitening procedure to prevent stains from setting in. If you experience sensitivity after your teeth whitening procedure, choose a toothpaste that offers both sensitivity relief and whitening.
2. Switch from Red Wine to White
Although red wine is often said to be good for your health, the same antioxidants that are responsible for its potential health benefits can also leave stains on teeth. You can protect the brightness of your smile by switching to white wine after your teeth whitening procedure.
3. Drink Tea and Coffee With Milk
Both black tea and coffee contain tannins. These dark-coloured chemicals are responsible for the rich taste of these popular beverages, but unfortunately they are notorious for causing dental stains. Adding milk to your tea or enjoying coffee in the form of a latte can reduce the concentration of tannins, making it less likely that your morning pick-me-up will lead to stubborn staining. If you don't like the idea of drinking tea with milk, switching from black tea to green tea or herbal tea is another stain-reducing option.
4. Rinse Well After Indulging
If you do indulge in something that is likely to stain your teeth, you can reduce its effect by rinsing your mouth with water. Swishing water around your mouth washes away traces of the food or drink you just consumed, reducing the risk of staining.
5. Brush and Floss Thoroughly
Foods and drinks aren't the only things that make your teeth less white. Dental plaque, a thin film of bacteria that naturally builds up on your teeth, can give your smile a yellow tinge. If you allow dental plaque to harden into tartar, it can be very difficult to remove, which could mean that you're stuck with a slightly yellow smile until your next dental appointment. Brush and floss your teeth every day to remove as much plaque as possible.
These tips can help to prolong the effects of professional teeth whitening. However, no matter how careful you are, the initial whiteness will eventually fade. Thankfully, professional teeth whitening is safe for almost everyone, so you can have more treatments when necessary to keep your smile bright.
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