Professional dental whitening treatments remove existing stains and help your teeth look white and luminous again. Most patients notice that their teeth look significantly better after just one whitening treatment from our dentist. Once you achieve white teeth, you want to do your best to maintain them—but how? Here are some tips from our Abbotsford teeth whitening dentists!
Don’t skimp on dental hygiene
So you get home, and you’re enjoying your bright new smile. As you’re getting ready for bed you pull your toothbrush out and momentarily think, “hm, should I floss first?” The answer is yes! The first step to maintaining your white smile is cleaning your teeth and gums thoroughly. This means brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash if necessary. And remember, you need to have professional dental cleanings on a semi-annual basis to get rid of dirty-looking plaque and tartar.
Be aware of what you’re eating and drinking
Certain substances stain teeth more than others. If you drink coffee or tea every morning, you will probably start to notice some environmental stains. If you frequently drink soda or red wine, you may start to see some discoloration on your enamel.
If you want to minimize environmental stains (and who doesn’t?), you should…
1. Limit the number of staining substances that you consume
2. Attempt to get the staining substance off of your teeth as soon as possible. Try brushing right after eating or drinking, or rinsing your mouth with water if you are unable to brush.
3. Consider how long your teeth are being exposed to these staining substances. If you drink a coffee and then brush your teeth right after, this is less damaging than sipping a coffee throughout the day.
Our Abbotsford dentist is here to help you maximize the results of your cosmetic treatment. Give us a call to get started today!