dentist in richmond virginia how to take care of your teeth after a whitening treatment

How To Take Care Of Your Teeth After A Whitening Treatment

I’m sure you have heard all the reasons why you should whiten your teeth, but not many people consider what to do

after a successful whitening treatment.

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Here are 3 ways to take care of your pearly whites.



1. Immediate Post-treatment Care



After completing your teeth whitening treatment, you want to steer clear of certain foods and drinks for a couple

of days.



First of all, avoid all acidic foods such as citrus fruits, pickled vegetables and cured meats as these will cause painful

sensitivity.



Secondly, avoid dark colored drinks such as red wine, coffee, tea and dark colas as these will readily stain your

pearly whites.



2. Maintain Positive Lifestyle.



If you want to maintain your white smile and get value out of your whitening treatment, then it’s

important to maintain a positive lifestyle after your treatment.



* You want to cut out all the teeth staining culprits that caused your

yellow teeth in the first place.



So cut out negative habits such as cigarette smoking, tobacco chewing, overconsumption of processed foods and dark drinks such as coffees, teas

and colas.




* You also want to incorporate healthy habits such as regularly brushing your teeth, rinsing out your mouth with water after your meals, and eating lots of crunchy vegetables and fruits such as apples that brush away any debris on your teeth that can cause yellowing.


3. Give your teeth a break



Once you have successfully achieved whiter teeth, you want to give your

teeth a break and avoid another whitening treatment for at least 6

months to one year.



Avoid the temptation to continue using whitening products longer than

necessary as this will only strip the delicate tooth enamel even more and

result in painful tooth sensitivity.



It is best to consult your dentist to determine when is the best time to

whiten your teeth again.



However if you want to just maintain your pearly whites, you can use a very

mild whitening toothpaste or mouthwash as part of your normal

oral care.

