You've Reached Your Ideal Tooth Shade, But How Do You Maintain It?

When you start on a path to teeth whitening, the whole goal is to get your teeth to the ideal shade. You probably don't think far beyond that point or what to do after you have reached your whitening goal. Even if you changed a few of your habits that contributed to your teeth discoloration, like reducing smoking or coffee, you will still need to maintain your desired tooth shade. Here are some ways to maintain that smile and the shade you worked so hard to achieve.

Routine Cleaning and Treatments

The leading way to maintain your teeth whitening shade is to set up a routine with your dentist. Ideally you have been consulting them about your teeth whitening plan and they know what shade you are going for. Once you reach the shade, they can work out a new treatment schedule that will work with your routine cleanings. At each routine treatment and cleaning, your dentist can determine if you need to come in more frequently or less frequently depending on how your shade is holding up.

Whitening Toothpaste and Mouthwash

You may have already discussed a treatment plan with your dentist to maintain your desired shade of white, but you still need to consider the space between these appointments. One way to maintain your shade between your scheduled appointments is to use a whitening toothpaste and mouthwash. With so many choices on the market, you may have questions about which one is the ideal option for your specific needs. Your dentist can discuss the options and give their recommendations for the ideal option. They can also discuss pros and cons of using natural options if you are concerned with the amount of chemicals that may be in store purchased options.

Reducing Stain Causing Foods and Drinks

If you haven't already starting doing it, and you really like the new results of your teeth whitening treatments, then you may want to start reducing the items causing the discoloration. Coffee, tea, and smoking are some of the more common stain causing items. You can also get stains from sodas and sugar based drinks. If you aren't sure what items you may be eating, drinking, or indulging in that are causing your specific shade issues, then consult your dentist. Take their recommendations into account and make the adjustments you think you'll need to keep to maintain your whitening results.

These are just a few of the ways to maintain your teeth whitening results. Remember, there are also over the counter treatments as well as home use options through your dentist. 


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