Tips for a Whiter Summer Smile

Sunglasses, hats, sunscreen, and a gorgeous smile! Now that most of us are getting out and about again, it’s important for our teeth to both be healthy and look their best. To keep your smile bright over the next several months, follow these easy tips:

Get Plenty of Water

Water naturally rinses your mouth while you drink it. Plus, it doesn’t contain any stain-causing particles.

In addition to drinking plenty of water, try to rinse with tap water after eating and snacking (especially if you’re not able to go brush your teeth at that moment.) Rinsing helps limit buildup and food residue.

Touch Up Your Whitening

How long has it been since you last whitened your teeth? Most people need to touch up after every dental cleaning, while others may need to apply their whitening gel as often as every 3-4 months. Now is a great time to erase the stains that have been hiding behind your mask! Wear your tray for an hour a day, unless you’re using a gel that we told you was safe to sleep in.

Drink Through a Straw

If you’re indulging in that tall glass of tea or another dark liquid, try to drink through a straw. This step will help the dark stains go right past your tooth enamel so that you don’t experience any unnecessary enamel stains.

Schedule a Dental Cleaning

Has it been six months or longer since you’ve had your teeth cleaned? Schedule your checkup today. Our hygienist will gently polish your teeth to remove any surface stains that accumulated since your last dental appointment.

Contact us now to schedule your next visit.