Are your teeth dull and yellow? Would you like to make them whiter quickly and keep them brighter without a whole lot of work? Great news! You can make your teeth white right away in just three easy steps.
Teeth look dull and yellow as the result of eating and drinking stain-causing foods and beverages, tobacco use, aging, disease and the use of certain medications. Poor dental hygiene can also discolor teeth, as it allows the buildup of plaque on your teeth. Plaque is a sticky invisible film made of saliva and bacteria; left in place, plaque can harden into tartar, which makes your teeth look yellow.
Regular brushing is the most important thing you can do to keep your teeth white. Brushing your teeth twice daily and flossing your teeth once a day keeps your smile white and bright. Brushing and flossing removes food particles before they have a chance to stain your teeth. Frequent tooth brushing also removes plaque before it can turn into ugly tartar.
To keep your teeth as white as they can be, though, you have to brush correctly. Make sure you are not brushing your teeth wrong.
Consider teeth whitening – it really works! In fact, so many people benefit from this cosmetic treatment that teeth whitening is now a $6 BILLION dollar industry! Teeth whitening is so unbelievably popular because it keeps your smile looking clean and white. Flashing your pearly whites without worrying about tooth stains is proven to give you more confidence, which can bring all kinds of great things into your life.
Natural teeth whiteners, such as baking soda and oil pulling, can help you whiten your teeth without the use of harsh chemicals.
Oil Pulling
Oil pulling is a folk remedy that involves swishing oil around in your mouth. The oil gently pulls stain-causing bacteria from the surface of your teeth before the bacteria turns into the plaque that turns your teeth yellow. Traditionally, Indians used sunflower or sesame oil for oil pulling, but any edible oil should work.
Brush with baking soda
Whitening toothpastes often include baking soda because it has natural bleaching properties; baking soda also creates an alkaline environment inside your mouth, which slows the growth of bacteria there. As an added benefit, baking soda has a mild abrasive action that scrubs stains from the surface of your teeth.
Brush with hydrogen peroxide toothpaste
Many whitening products also contain peroxide, which is a natural bleaching agent that also kills the bacteria that discolors your teeth. Research shows that toothpastes containing baking soda and 1% hydrogen peroxide can help you get significantly whiter teeth.
Eat your fruits and vegetables
Crunchy foods can scrape plaque from the surface of your teeth; eating a nutritious diet can also keep your smile healthy.
Do not use charcoal
Charcoal is extremely abrasive, which means it can wear down the enamel protecting your teeth. Remember – you cannot replace enamel, and losing enamel leaves your teeth vulnerable to sensitivity and even cavities.
Next to regular brushing, professional teeth whitening is the best thing you can do for a dazzling smile. Your dentist will know exactly how to help you get the whitest, brightest teeth possible. Your dentist can also provide professional whitening solutions that are not available over the counter, so you get a professional-grade smile.
Consider teeth whitening today – a dental makeover could change your life! Contact us today – we love new patients!
Williams & Daily Dental is a family and cosmetic dentist located in North Raleigh, NC with a team of dedicated dentists enthusiastic in their commitment to their patients. We offer dental implants, Invisalign teeth straightening, in-office and home teeth whitening options, and Oral-B electric toothbrushes. Contact Williams & Daily at (919) 846-9070 for more information and to schedule an appointment today.