Keeping your teeth white: our essential tips

Whether your teeth are naturally white or you have just finished a whitening treatment, keeping them bright takes a little effort.

Here are our everyday tips.

1. Limit drinks that stain

Coffee, tea, cola, spices and red wine can dull your teeth.

2. Give up tobacco

As well as yellowing your teeth, tobacco seriously harms your oral health. Stopping helps both your smile and your general wellbeing.

3. Try a whitening toothpaste

Whitening toothpastes remove surface stains. Using one twice a day helps maintain brightness.

4. Drink water between coloured drinks

Water rinses away dark pigments and prevents stains from building up. Alternating sips of coffee and water offers immediate protection.

5. Keep up a careful routine

Brushing twice a day and using floss are essential to prevent the plaque build-up that causes staining.

6. Come in regularly

Nothing replaces a professional clean. Twice a year, your dentist can remove stubborn stains and keep your teeth healthy.

If you are considering a whitening treatment, talk to us so we can choose safe products and an effective approach.