Typically, our team is ready to help our patients in Baxter, MN, enjoy bright smiles with professional teeth whitening and other cosmetic solutions. However, we’re limiting treatments at the moment to emergency care only, so you may have concerns about your teeth developing unsightly stains. Fortunately, we have a few tips for keeping them bright and healthy while at home!
The Causes of Dental Discoloration?
How do teeth stains actually form? Well, often the foods and drinks we consume contribute to discoloration! For example, when we consume beverages with tannins and dark pigments, like red wine, soda, tea, and coffee, this discolors teeth over time. Foods with high amounts of surge and starch could also be problematic, as this promotes plaque buildup and makes stains more visible. When we smoke cigarettes or use other tobacco products, this could mar your smile’s brightness.
How Do I Avoid Stains?
Understanding the causes of your discoloration could help you make better decisions for your smile’s appearance. For example, when we drink more water, or follow a beverage with tannins by consuming a glass of water, you help cleanse your smile and hydrate as well! In addition, try to avoid sugary snacks, and instead try to consume more nuts, cheeses, yogurts, or fresh fruits and vegetables instead. We suggest you quit smoking or using other tobacco products. Not only will your smile stay brighter, but you also lower your risk of developing cancer too! Finally, when you take steps to clean your smile each day, you remove food particles and help reduce the severity of plaque buildup. You should start each day by brushing for two minutes, and then at the end of the day brush again and also floss in between each tooth.
The Downsides of OTC Options
You may be tempted to try a number of over-the-counter options to brighten your smile. However, we want you to know about the downsides of many of these products. First and foremost, the results they offer may be minor and don’t last as long as professional treatment options. In addition, popular options like strips or whitening toothpastes could increase the risk of tooth sensitivity and discomfort. Instead, remember that once our doors open, our team is ready to offer professional teeth whitening and other cosmetic options to help remove or mask stains and brighten your smile, often by several shades! If you have any questions, feel free to contact our team today!
Greenhaven Family Dental Discusses Better Homecare
Greenhaven Family Dental is ready to help you enjoy a bright and healthy smile, even if you’re stuck at home. If you’d like to learn more about protecting your smile’s appearance, you can contact Greenhaven Family Dental in Baxter, MN at 218-454-0523.