Maintaining Teeth Whiteness 

Maintaining Teeth Whiteness

Looking after your teeth is a commitment that pays dividends and helps to maintain that glowing smile. We have listed some easy to follow methods for you to follow.

The main knowledge is to know which foods stain and try to avoid them.

Maintaining Teeth Whiteness - Foods

Foods with heavy staining properties such as cherries, berries, curries and sauces, such as soy and balsamic vinegar should be avoided.  It is recommended that teeth should be cleaned as soon as possible after ingesting such foods.

Maintaining Teeth Whiteness - Drinks Drinks such as tea and coffee, red wine, dark soft drinks like cola or cranberry juice are all responsible to some degree for teeth staining. Again brush the teeth after such foods or try using a drinking straw to minimise contact with the teeth.

Maintaining Teeth Whiteness - Fruit

Fruit such as apples or celery or raw vegetables are recommended as foods to finish a meal, as sticky foods are more likely to cause decay.

Maintaining Teeth Whiteness - Drink Water

Drink water after each meal. This helps to prevent teeth staining and is also good for your health.

Maintaining Teeth Whiteness - Teeth Brushing

 Teeth brushing is essential for good oral and general health. Cosmetically it keeps your teeth white and removes plague and maintains fresh breath.

When looking after you teeth keep this in mind

1    Brush  teeth after each meal

2    Do not brush too hard

3    Brush in a circular motion

4    Use a soft bristle brush

5    Tooth brushes  should regularly be renewed

6    Electric toothbrushes are a good investment

7    Don't forget to brush gums

8    Use a whitening toothpaste

9    Use floss and or interdental brush 

10    Visit the dentist regularly