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Teeth whitening in Norwell by Advanced Dental Arts is an effective way to get shining, white teeth.
But the journey to a sparkling smile shouldn’t end with the appointment!
To keep your teeth white, you’ll need to know how to care for your teeth after whitening.
In today’s post, Dr. Nathaniel Chan will break down the effective ways for how to maintain white teeth.
Avoid Staining Foods
Some foods and drinks are more likely to stain your teeth, which is a big reason people may benefit from teeth whitening in Quincy and Norwell. After you’ve gotten your teeth whitened by Advanced Dental Arts, you may want to take care to avoid the staining foods. Some foods to consider limiting include:
- Fruit juices
- Dark chocolate (due to caffeine)
- Coffee and tea
- Red wine
- Soda
- Acidic foods like lemons and citrus fruits
- Dark sauces like BBQ sauce, soy sauce, or red pasta sauce
Of course, you don’t have to avoid all of these foods at all times. Just be mindful of your consumption. Try to drink staining liquids from a straw and brush soon after these staining foods to help reduce their impact on your white teeth.
Whitening Toothpaste
In general, you should be diligent in practicing good oral hygiene to help maintain your teeth white. Brush at least 2x a day and after eating any sugary or staining foods and foss daily. Consider choosing a whitening toothpaste to help maintain your new white teeth. Whitening toothpaste may help polish the teeth and remove surface stains. Dr. Nathaniel Chan and our team can provide you with recommendations for effective whitening toothpaste!
Regular Dental Visits and Touch-Up Whitening
As part of your oral care, you should visit the dentist regularly for checkups. Regular professional cleanings may help maintain white teeth when scheduled at least twice a year. At your oral cleaning, the dentist may be able to thoroughly remove any plaque, give your teeth a protective fluoride treatment, and help you maintain a healthy smile.
In addition to the other tips for how to care for your teeth after whitening, you may want to consider touch-up whitening appointments. Dr. Nathaniel Chan and our specialists can help you determine how often you may need touch-ups, and the touch-ups are typically less extensive than the original teeth whitening.
For teeth whitening in Norwell and information on post-whitening care, consider Advanced Dental Arts. Dr. Nathaniel Chan and our experienced team in Norwell provide professional teeth whitening services and can help you learn how to maintain white teeth. To learn more about our teeth whitening services in Norwell, schedule your appointment HERE.
