Spring is here and summer is right on its heels! If you've been working hard for a a stronger, healthier, more confident body to show off this summer, make sure you don't leave out your smile! Having a bright, white smile with strong teeth and healthy gums can make those summer vacation photos pop even more. If you're looking for a way to improve your smile this season, then today's blog from our team at Access Dental and Dentures is for you. Keep reading to learn how you can create, and protect, the smile of your dreams!
Staining Foods & Drinks
There are some foods and beverages that have a naturally higher ability to stain teeth. If it's going to stain the carpet when you spill, it will probably also stain your teeth. Red wine, coffee, some teas, dark fruit, soda, candy, and others can all cause discoloration on your teeth. As your teeth are exposed to these over and over again, they become more dull and yellow over time. That's why it's best to either avoid these foods and drinks or to be sure and rinse them off of your teeth with plenty of water. It can also be a good idea to brush your teeth after eating or drinking them. But be careful! If you brush your teeth right after consuming something acidic, you could be harming your teeth even more. Instead, rinse with water and brush your teeth 30 minutes to an hour later.
Good Dental Habits
You can't really expect to have healthy, white teeth if you don't properly take care of them. That's one of the reasons it is so important to brush your teeth twice a day, floss daily, drink plenty of water, and visit the dentist for your regular checkups. If you aren't following these key health habits, then your teeth could suffer. Food particles may sit on your teeth for too long causing bacteria to grow, plaque to build up, and tartar to form. This is all very damaging to the structure of your teeth and can cause decay and even infection.
Teeth Whitening
Sometimes you do your best to avoid food & beverages that cause stains and do everything necessary to keep you teeth healthy, but you still end up with dull or yellowed teeth. At Access Dental and Dentures, we understand how frustrating and embarrassing this can be. A professional whitening could be the perfect solution for you! We provide custom trays that you take home with you to use until you reach your ideal shade of white. That way you get to control the whiteness while being able to safely use professional-grade whitener. Give us a call to learn all about it! 1-877-DENTIST
Best Dentist in Southern Missouri
Access Dental and Dentures is the best dentist in the Springfield area. We also have the best dentist offices in Rolla, Osage Beach, and Mountain Grove. If you are looking to improve your smile for the summer, give us a call and we can help! Schedule a regular checkup with us or ask for a consultation about getting your teeth professionally whitened. We are here for you!
We want to be your dentist because your family deserves a great smile!
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