The answer to this question varies significantly for each patient due to their lifestyle choices and how they
care for their teeth. Most people need to update their teeth whitening every 12 to 18 months.
Avoiding tooth-staining foods and beverages helps protect a bright smile. Smokers and tobacco users should also update their teeth whitening more often. Certain medications can also impact tooth color.
One of the best ways to protect your smile investment in teeth whitening is to visit your dentist every six months for professional teeth cleanings. Your hygienist will clean and polish your teeth during this visit, which helps keep the stains at bay.
How to Avoid Tooth Discoloration
Understanding which foods can discolor your teeth will help you avoid the culprits.
- Black coffee and tea
- Red wine
- Dark cola
- Soy sauce
- Curry
- Marinara sauce
- Dark berries, like blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries
You don't have to remove these things from your diet altogether; however, drinking plenty of water when you consume them and brushing your teeth shortly after will help you avoid tooth discoloration.
Schedule Teeth Whitening in Dedham
If you have questions about teeth whitening in Dedham or would like to make an appointment at Dental Park, call us at (781) 326-6260.