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Your smile says so much about you. It’s the first thing people notice when they meet you. With that said, who doesn’t want a healthy bright white smile? If you have stained or yellow Teeth, no worries there are five best ways to achieve a healthy smile.

When the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry asked people what they’d most like to improve about their smile, the most common response was whiter teeth.

Why We Get Tooth Discoloration:

Red wine, coffee, tea, and dark sodas can stain our pearly whites. Tobacco products are one of the worse offenders.

Unfortunately, our teeth ultimately turn yellow as we age. This happens when the enamel of your teeth wears away from chewing and exposure to acidic foods and drinks.

Teeth look yellow when the enamel is thin and the dentin underneath shows through it. Dentin is a yellow to brownish material inside your teeth under the enamel. Most teeth turn yellow as this enamel thins with age, but some take on a grayish shade when mixed with a lasting food stain.

The American Dental Association says “Reducing intrinsic stains involves a chemical reaction that changes the color of the tooth..” The most common ingredients used in bleaching are carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide, which are typically applied with various concentrations depending on the products or regimens used.

There are many reasons the color of your teeth changes including oral medication, genetics, and wear and tear. The good news is that there are different methods to remove stains and whiten your teeth.

The Five Best Ways To Brighten Your Smile With Whiter Teeth

Many choices and treatments are available to those who want a brighter smile, and with so many options, selecting the best option might be difficult. Choosing the best option will depend on the person and the sensitivity level of the individual’s teeth. Below are just a few options to consider.

1. Brush & Floss

Regular brushing is not only good for your overall health but also good for preventing staining. Brushing your teeth after every meal and snack is a great way to keep your teeth whiter and brighter.

Ideally, you should brush your teeth after every meal; however, twice a day is an excellent place to start. In addition to brushing after every meal and snack, try getting into habits like rinsing and spitting after you eat — it’ll help clear food from between your teeth and prevent bacteria from being left behind that could lead to staining. But you can’t forget about the floss. Flossing is just as essential as brushing when it comes to both cultivating a healthy mouth and a white smile. Flossing removes plaque from between teeth, preventing discoloration.

2. At-Home Whitening Strips

One of the most popular methods of whitening teeth is with home treatments. Whitening strips are popular and can be picked up at the store to use at home. Teeth-whitening strips are thin, flexible plastic (polyethylene) strips with a little layer of hydrogen peroxide on one side. The whitening agent is applied by pressing the strips against your teeth to contact all of them.

Teeth-whitening strips should be worn for 30 minutes twice a day for up to 14 days. The length of therapy will depend on how severe the condition is and the brand of the strip. Although this method is easy and cheaper than others you must be careful if your teeth are sensitive. Many people may find their teeth painful when using this.

Follow instructions. Always read all of the directions that come with whitening products you use on your teeth. Be sure not to leave the product on your teeth for too long. If you have sensitive teeth, you can leave the product on your teeth for less than the allotted time the instructions recommend.

3. Whitening Toothpaste

Another easy method of teeth whitening that you can pick up at the store is whitening toothpaste. These kinds of toothpaste are meant to have “whitening” effects by using mild abrasives to remove superficial stains from teeth. These products, unlike the materials used in professional whitening treatments, do not lighten the color of your tooth.

Whitening toothpaste work on surface stains and will subtly lighten your teeth. This option may be the cheapest, but it tends to be the least effective and most whitening toothpaste does not do all that it claims to.

4.” Paint-on” Teeth Whitening

Over-the-counter paint-on whiteners are popular because they are typically less expensive and are easy to use. However, they are also less effective than whitening strips or professional alternatives. Paint-on teeth whiteners are a type of gel that is brushed over the tooth to form a coating. The gel hardens into a film that covers the teeth and dissolves in the mouth. They usually come in a little pen-like brush and can be used by most anyone.

5. Professional Tray Whitening: Office Treatments

If you are willing to spend a little more then professional tray whitening is a great option. Trays made specifically for your teeth and whitening gel only accessible through your dentist are used to bleach your tooth enamel at home. The whitening gel is put in custom-made trays that fit precisely over your teeth. Hydroxyradicals aid in the bleaching of discolored teeth as peroxide breaks down in the gel.

Unlike strips, this process whitens all your natural teeth and may contain ingredients intended to provide maximum comfort.

This technique differs from strips in that it whitens all of your natural teeth and may include compounds designed to provide maximum comfort. If this is an option, you are interested in then make sure to reach out to your local dentist.

There are several options and treatments accessible to individuals who wish to acquire a whiter smile, and with so many alternatives available, picking the best option might be difficult. Schedule an appointment with your dentist to learn about the differences between in-office professional teeth whitening and at-home whitening, whether it’s your first time or not.

For more ways to practice self care for better health, read here. 

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