Many of us desire a whiter smile, however making sure that you whiten your teeth safely is absolutely essential to prevent potentially serious oral health problems. So many websites recommend all kinds of home remedies and home kits that are quite dangerous, so we’re here with more simple and safe ways to either whiten your teeth or to reduce staining.
Have Professional Teeth Whitening
The first thing that you can do to safely whiten your teeth is to have professional teeth whitening with a dentist. They use safe levels of ingredients, you’re monitored throughout the treatment and your oral health is also thoroughly reviewed prior to treatment, none of which you get with home kits bought online. For example, going to a dentist in Leamington Spa as opposed to choosing a home kit not only does this keep your teeth, mouth and gums healthy, but also helps you to get the best results. Whilst not everyone requires teeth whitening to have a bright smile, staining is a normal part of life as a result of the foods and drinks we consume, as well as staining and discolouration occurring more as we age.
Reduce Intake Of Tea and Coffee
Something else that can help you to maintain a brighter and whiter smile is to reduce your intake of tea and coffee. These drinks contain something called tannins, also found in darker coloured drinks like cola or red wine, which can build up in tooth enamel to lead to stains on the teeth. Black teas and dark coffees are particularly bad when it comes to causing staining, so the less of these you drink, the fewer stains you will have. If you already have staining, then drinking less tea and coffee won’t reverse the effect, but can help to prevent more forming in the future. If your staining is bad, then speak to your dentist in Milton Keynes to discuss either teeth stain removal or whitening.
Reduce Intake of Sugar
If you consume a lot of sugary foods and drinks, this can also result in staining and discoloration, as well as contributing to plaque build up and cavities caused by the acidic environment that sugar creates in the mouth. So, if you eat and drink less sugar, then you should experience less staining. As with the tea and coffee, consuming less sugar won’t reverse the staining you already have, but can help to reduce it moving forwards.
Have General Good Oral Hygiene
Something that is often underestimated when it comes to teeth whitening is a generally good oral hygiene routine. Often tooth discoloration is related to plaque build up and poor oral hygiene, so ensuring that you thoroughly brush twice a day with an electric toothbrush, floss, use mouthwash and drink plenty of water throughout the day can all help with your oral hygiene and therefore, reducing discolouration. This is essential for all elements of your oral health, not just how white your teeth are.
