Do Home Teeth Whitening Results Last?
Teeth whitening results, whether they are achieved at home or in a dental office, will last longer if you (a) practice good daily dental hygiene; (b) come in for professional cleanings at regular intervals; and (c) avoid pigmented foods and drinks.
In other words, to a large extent, you can control how long your teeth remain bright white. If you are a big coffee lover, or if you drink a glass or two of red wine each night with dinner, your chances are keeping white teeth are reduced. Anything that is strongly pigmented will contribute to tooth staining:
- Most berries
- Tobacco
- Many condiments such as ketchup and soy sauce
- Tea
- Cola drinks
If you do continue eating or drinking pigmented substances, you can remove much of the staining by brushing and flossing effectively each day. You might want to buy an electric toothbrush and some type of water pick to make sure that your daily cleaning is getting to all tooth surfaces.
Regular professional cleanings are important because most people cannot remove all the plaque that builds up hourly and what is left on the teeth will turn into tartar (calculus), which cannot be brushed or flossed away. Our dental hygienist can remove tartar and give you a fresh beginning for your home care.
If you would like to discuss teeth whitening options with Dr. Sands, please call or email our office today for a free consultation. We serve the Beverly Hills area in California.
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