Maintaining a White Smile

Are your pearly whites losing their shine due to nasty yellow, gray, or brown stains? Discolored teeth could develop as you grow older, however, some common beverages and foods, medications, and certain habits could sneakily discolor your teeth, as well. Fortunately, visits to your dentists at Dental Planet in North Hollywood, CA, Dr. Michael Amir and Dr. Talia Amir, DIY home remedies, and avoiding things that could stain your teeth can all help restore your pearly whites to their former glory. Consider these tips for a brighter and more refreshed smile.

DIY Teeth Whitening

For superficial stains, DIY teeth whitening solutions can help. Various at-home bleaching products such as rinses, toothpaste, strips, and kits, may aid in lightening stains. Whitening solutions typically contain mild bleach for lightening yellow stains, while toothpaste utilize chemicals and abrasives to get rid of superficial or surface discoloration. For deeper stains, however, only professional in-office bleaching will work.

Be Careful Around Existing Dental Work

If you have existing dental work such as veneers, bridges, crowns, fillings, or bonding, approach whitening carefully. Take note that bleach won’t lighten your dental work, which means that they’ll just stand out among the teeth that you have whitened. To match your newly whitened teeth exactly, you might be better off with bonding or veneers. Ask your dentist in North Hollywood for your options.

Prevent Staining

Your tooth enamel’s outer layer naturally wears away as you grow older, so the yellower, underlying layer known as dentin will inevitably peek through, giving the appearance of yellow teeth. This is why preventing stains from developing in the first place is vital, particularly after you have undergone professional bleaching. You need to avoid the consumption of drinks and foods that cause staining and stop smoking to make certain that your results will last as long as possible.

You should likewise rinse your mouth with plain water or brush after each meal, if possible, to prevent the formation of stains. In addition, seeing your dentist as scheduled for cleanings and exams can help get rid of stains from tobacco use and foods.

For Your Teeth Whitening Options, Give Us a Call

Call (818) 506-2977 to reach Dental Planet here in North Hollywood, CA, and arrange an evaluation with your dentists, Dr. Michael Amir and Dr. Talia Amir.