You've just had your whitening done and now want to make sure that those stains don't come back. As your dentist has warned you, tooth whitening is not permanent and in some cases there is relapse but this is natural and should be gradual. However this can be accelerated by the consumption of staining agents.

There are a number of products that can stain our teeth. Drinks such as tea, coffee, red wine and cola and foods such as blueberries cause surface staining. In addition chewing betel nuts or smoking can also have the same effect. What is more not brushing properly will cause the build up of plaque on our teeth making them appear like having dark areas.

So what can I do to avoid staining my teeth?

First of all brushing and flossing regularly and properly is essential. But that is not enough if we consume large amounts of staining products. Therefore cutting back on those beverages in our daily diet will have a positive effect. Stopping or avoiding smoking will not only help our teeth stay white but improve our health and wellbeing too!! And of course visiting your dentist at Artiste Studios - L'Orthodontiste regularly for professional cleaning is very important. And remember don't be afraid to ask us at Artiste Studios - L'Orthodontiste for advice on how to brush properly.

How do I make the most of my whitening experience?

Sitting in the sun with your mouth open after whitening will help the whitening agent absorb the sun rays and continue working. However be careful and always protect your skin from the sun with sunscreen to prevent any unwanted burns.

If you're doing home whitening the consumption of citrus fruit, juices and soft drinks should be avoided as these products contain substances that when combined with the whitening agents slow down the tooth whitening process.

Finally reducing the frequency of sugar intake will help decrease the chance of decay especially when your teeth are covered by the whitening tray.

The important things to remember are that brushing regularly and avoiding stain producing substances will help keep the new bright smile that you now have. In addition visiting Artiste Studios - L'Orthodontiste for professional cleaning will ensure that your teeth stay white and healthy.

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