When you invest in a teeth whitening treatment, you’re going to want to be careful about what you eat and drink afterwards if you want your results to last. Black coffee is one of the most obvious offenders. Unfortunately, so many of us are addicted to that morning java. Tea is thought of as a milder alternative, but your teeth don’t discriminate in terms of which warm beverage stains them more. If you can’t say no to your caffeine, consider adding milk to lighten up the color, for your teeth’s sake. The calcium and vitamin D won’t hurt, either. Your Libertyville cosmetic dentist, Dr. Brent Engelberg, will begin a three part blog series that will offer more tips about what foods and drinks to avoid if you want your smile to be as white as possible.
Are you a Wine or Soda Drinker? Or Both?
Red wine may be potentially good for your heart, but if you’ve ever looked in the mirror after a couple of glasses and seen a purple grin smiling back at you, you know that wine can be bad for the brightness of your teeth. Think you’re doing yourself a favor at a party by saying no to the vino, and opting for a soda pop instead? Dark sodas (even the diet varieties) are especially bad for your teeth because of their staining color coupled with the acidic nature and extreme coldness. On top of that, the sweeteners in regular soda promote cavities. Consider seltzer at your next soiree, rather than wine or cola, and you’ll be able to keep your teeth whitening results much longer lasting.
A Moment on the Lips, A Lifetime on the…Teeth
There’s nothing quite like a cold popsicle on a hot summer’s day. However, if you opt for the sorts that are full of high fructose corn syrup and artificial dyes, you’re likely to succumb to tooth stains while you’re cooling off. A good rule of thumb is that that if a food item stains your lips and tongue, it will end up staining your teeth as well. Choosing a brand that doesn’t artificially color the popsicles will allow you to have a cold, sweet treat that won’t leave you with a dull grin.
Teeth Whitening from Libertyville Cosmetic Dentist
If you would like to arrange a consultation to discuss professional teeth whitening with your cosmetic dentist in Libertyville, schedule an appointment with our 60048 dentist office by calling 847-259-8030. We are happy to serve patients in Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Skokie, Evanston, Palatine, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, Rolling Meadows, Northwest Chicago Suburbs, and Northern Chicago Suburbs.
