If you’ve had teeth whitening, or are looking into the treatment, then it pays to be as prepared as possible. That’s why we’ve put together this post – with the experts from our Lancaster dental practice sharing their top tips for prolonging teeth whitening results. Read on for more.

1) Arrange regular appointments

Having dental check-ups on a regular basis is crucial for the health of your smile, but can also help prolong your teeth whitening results. The reason for this is the expert cleaning you’ll receive while at our Lancaster dental practice, which can help future stains from building up. Your dentist may also be able to tell you when to top-up your treatment.

2) Workaround staining foods and drinks

Many dentists will tell you to avoid eating and drinking staining substances altogether, but you can still enjoy these if you ‘flush’ out your mouth with water afterwards – or better yet, brush and floss! As a health-conscious dental practice, however, we’ll always advise our patients to stop smoking as not only will this prevent future stains, but it will improve the health of your smile overall.

Another tip is to use a straw when drinking staining drinks (such as carbonated soft drinks) as this can help them bypass the teeth.

3) Boost your dental routine

If you’ve been lax with brushing and flossing in the past, it’s possible that this has contributed to staining on your teeth. Now’s the time to protect that newly-whitened smile, while also protecting against future staining.

4) Shake up your diet

Certain food types could boost the health of your smile while breaking down stains. For instance, crunch, water-packed fruits and veggies prompt saliva production which can neutralise acids, while calcium-rich foods like cheese can strengthen enamel to make teeth more stain-resistant.

5) Switch to a softer toothbrush

Hard-bristled toothbrushes can actually be abrasive on teeth and damage their protective enamel coating. A softer toothbrush is just as effective at cleaning, yet kinder on the teeth and gums.

Teeth whitening in Lancaster

Our teeth whitening treatment is powerful, effective and safe, and could take your teeth several shades whiter. If you haven’t yet booked in for a teeth whitening treatment, then book in with us – we’re a reputable dental practice in Lancaster and beyond, with a track record of creating healthy and beautiful smiles.

To find out more, get in touch with our team today.