Keeping Your White Teeth White
It is a fact that more and more Americans are whitening their teeth. With the advent of many over the counter products, more and more Americans are able to achieve the white teeth they have wanted.
Now that you have white teeth how do you keep them white?
Brushing and flossing are probably the most important factor in preventing stains from build up on the teeth. The American Dental Association recommends the following. Brushing your teeth twice a day with an ADA-accepted toothpaste. Clean between teeth with floss or and interdental cleaner. Electric or powered toothbrushes such as the Sonicare Toothbrush can remove and help building up of stain compared to regular non-powered toothbrushes.
Secondly avoid food and drinks that would commonly stain a white shirt. These include coffee, tea, red wine, berries, and even some colas. Rinsing your mouth out with water after eating or drinking these items will help. It is a common misconception that drinking through a straw prevents stain build up.
Third, visit your dentist regularly. Some stains won’t come off without the help of your dentist. More frequent cleaning will ensure that the stain does not continue to build up. Special ultrasonic tools used in the dentist can remove stubborn stains instantly.
Whitening is a never-ending process. Teeth continually will need a touch up of a whitening system. There are several over the counter type products that are available. Although these products do whitening teeth, dentist prescribed whitening agents are much stronger and tend to yield better results.
With a little bit of vigilance, you can keep your smile sparkling white.
Didn’t get that promotion at work? Ever consider it could be your smile?
Nearly 75% of Americans feel that and unattractive smile and hurt ones chances for career success. 50% of Americans are unhappy with their own smile according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
So how much would you pay for regained confidence, better self esteem, improved social skills and increased self worth that comes with an improved smile?
"The benefits are priceless," according to Dr. Ashish C. Patel, a dentist in Marietta, GA. "Smile enhancements can start for as little as $200 and go up to as much as $40,000 dollars, and people are demanding better smiles."
People lives and personalities change in a short 6 week time. "I am lucky to be able to have such an impact on my patients’ lives." said Dr. Patel. For more information contact Dr. Ashish Patel at 770-321-5558.
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