Who doesn’t like the sound of a soda can during lunchtime or the smell of fresh brewing coffee in the morning? But the pigments found in these drinks are the exact reasons why you have stained teeth. Along with the beverages, there are foods like berries, citrus fruits, and pomegranates that also stain your teeth. It is no wonder why countless individuals get teeth whitening to get brighter and healthier smiles.
In addition to the teeth whitening procedure, there are other easy ways that you can use to whiten your teeth:
Whitening Toothpaste
Fortunately, there is no shortage of whitening toothpastes on the market today. Some whitening toothpastes have calcium carbonate as one of the ingredients, while others contain bleaching agents like carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide. These bleaching agents do remove stains, but they can also cause tooth sensitivity in some people. Using a whitening toothpaste is an easy way to remove stains from your teeth. Simply follow your routine of brushing your teeth daily, twice a day.
Tooth Whitening Strips
You can get tooth whitening strips at any one of your local pharmacies. There are two sets of strips – one for your upper teeth and the other for your lower teeth. There is no hassle in applying these strips, simply put the strip on and then leave them in place for the amount of time recommended by the product. About one week later, you will notice a change in the color of your teeth.
Foods that whiten teeth
You may not believe it, but there are certain foods that you can eat to whiten your teeth:
– Strawberries
– Apples
– Carrots
– Pineapple
– Celery
By increasing saliva production, which serves as the mouth’s self-cleaning agent, these healthy fruits and veggies act like natural stain removers. They also may kill bacteria that cause bad breath, and their crunch factor works to scrub teeth clean.
Visit Our Office for a Teeth Whitening
Our office has access to more effective methods to help you get rid of unwanted stains and bring the shine back to your teeth. Our office can advise you on which method of bleaching to use – so make an appointment to discuss this with us at your next visit.
