You get an amazing feeling after your teeth have been professionally whitened. The confidence you will gain from your new white smile will be great.
You want to keep your teeth this dazzling for as long as you can, but how do you do this? In this article, we will offer our advice on how to make the most of your whitened teeth and how to prevent them from any new stains.
Good Oral Hygiene
Looking after your teeth and developing a good oral hygiene routine is key to maintaining a dazzling smile after teeth whitening. Making sure your teeth and gums are kept clean and free of plaque and tartar will slow down any potential restaining.
Making appointments with your dental hygienist is a great way of keeping on top of your oral health. However, it is important to remember that you are responsible for ensuring your teeth are kept clean on a day to day basis.
Food and Drink
It goes without saying that certain foods and drinks can cause gradual staining on your teeth. Therefore, if you are wanting to keep your teeth as white as possible, you should avoid or cut down on the following foods and drinks:
- Tomato-based sauces
- Vinegar
- Citrus fruits
- Berries
- Red wine
- Coffee
- Tea
- Fizzy drinks
Whitening Products
There are many whitening products like toothpastes and mouthwashes available over the counter. Although these products are not very effective at removing stains, they do work well at preventing them from redeveloping. Your dentist will be able to recommend whitening maintenance products that they think will work well for you.
Whitening toothpaste and mouthwashes are safe to use. However, we would recommend just using them 2-3 times per week, using ordinary fluoride toothpaste for the rest of the time.
Follow-up Appointments
After having your teeth professionally whitened, we would recommend you book a check-up appointment with a dentist. As a result, this allows your teeth and gums to be carefully monitored and examined. The dentist can offer advice and administer any top-up whitening treatment if necessary.
If you are thinking of having your teeth whitened professionally or would like more advice on how to keep your teeth whiter for longer, call The Dentist at Liberty Place on 0121 633 9535.