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3 Ways to Keep Teeth White After a Teeth Whitening Procedure

3 Ways to Keep Teeth White After a Teeth Whitening Procedure

One of the most effective ways to brighten your teeth is to have them professionally whitened. But how do we maintain that glorious white smile well after our procedure?  In this blog we’ll give you some handy tips to ensure your smile remains bright and beautiful after leaving the dentist office. 

For the most part, good teeth whitening aftercare is essentially the same as taking care of teeth otherwise. The better someone cares for their oral health, the brighter their smile is likely to stay following a professional whitening process, although there are a few subtle tricks to gain an even brighter smile as well.

1. Keep up good oral hygiene

The primary key to keeping teeth looking great and bright after a professional teeth whitening visit is to simply practice good oral hygiene. A good oral health routine should include brushing a couple of times each day and flossing and using mouthwash at least once per day, which removes bacteria inside the mouth and washes away food particles. If the tooth enamel can stay clean, strong and healthy, teeth are more likely to stay white. 

2. Avoid certain foods

There are certain foods that have a higher chance of staining teeth, such as tomato-based dishes, soy sauce and citrus fruits. Of course, sugar can do a fair amount of damage to the shade of enamel as well. While it is okay to have pizza or a couple of cookies once in a while, it is encouraged to try to limit the intake of foods harmful to teeth and brush after a meal that may increase acidic erosion to the enamel. Dairy products and other foods high in calcium are great alternatives.    

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3. Use a whitening toothpaste

Whitening toothpaste is helpful in maintaining the shade of teeth following a professional whitening procedure, but many cosmetic dentists recommend not using it more than several times each week. Instead, consider primarily using toothpaste formulated for oral health reasons and using a separate whitening toothpaste one day a week.

For teeth whitening near Hawthorn, Surrey Hills and Kew talk to one of our dentists about treatment.

We offer professional teeth whitening for patients seeking a brighter, more attractive smile. To learn more about the in-office whitening process and how to keep your smile white long-term, schedule a time to come in for a visit. 

Are you considering teeth whitening in Balwyn? Call Tower Dental today!