Maintaining a White Smile
The best way to obtain and then maintain a while smile is by following good oral hygiene practices and not allowing your teeth to become stained. Stain avoidance is just as important as stain removal. There are two major stain types that can occur on the teeth -- surface stains called extrinsic discolorations, and internal stains called intrinsic discolorations. It is important to learn the difference between these stain types and how to remove them. At Elite Dentistry in Addison, IL, Dr. Mohamed Waheed, and his trained staff work together to help their patients understand how to maintain a white smile.
Types of Stains And Stain Removal
Extrinsic stains are common and fairly easy to remove. They are stains that are on the surface of your teeth and can be removed by brushing, mouthwash, or some over the counter teeth whitening products. Intrinsic stains can sometimes be much more persistent. These stains end up deep inside the tooth. Many times, stains like these require the help of a dentist like Dr. Waheed. There are certain whitening procedures available to our patients if you live in the Addison, IL area, consider visiting our office to learn more about the whitening options we have available for you.
Stain Avoidance
One of the most important aspects of keeping a white smile is to avoid stains on them. Some bad habits can lead to stains on the teeth, some habits to avoid are:
- Smoking
- Use of tobacco products
- Accessive alcohol drinking
- Drinking or eating foods with color dense agents
- Avoiding overly acidic liquids such as soft drinks
Learn More About Teeth Whitening and Maintenance From A Professional
A white smile can be hard to maintain, this is why Dr. Waheed likes to educate his patients on the best ways to get and then maintain that smile. While some things like brushing or using teeth whitening toothpaste may be some obvious habits, there are many other things that can lead to stains on your teeth. To learn more about maintaining a white smile call our office in Addison, IL, at (630) 279-3333.
