Do you love your smile? Unfortunately, the answer is no for many Americans. So what can you do to get a smile you love? Luckily, thanks to advancements in procedures and technology, you have many more options than you would have in the past. Here are a few things you can do on your own at home.
- Drink water and eat fibrous foods like fruits and veggies. Keeping hydration levels steady and eating fresh fruits and vegetables helps remove bacteria and prevents dry mouth that can encourage bacterial growth, and cause plaque build-up that eventually becomes tartar, leading to yellow and brown stains on teeth.
- Avoid excessive sugar and dairy intake. Sugar and dairy products contain dense proteins that fuel bacteria growth and plaque buildup causing stains to stick to teeth and bad breath.
- Stop smoking and chewing tobacco. The nicotine and tar from cigarettes and chewing tobacco are the main cause of tooth yellowing. It is best to avoid tobacco products as they can discolor teeth, cause bad breath, and cause many other oral health issues.
At Jackson Dental we offer several treatments such as shaping, sculpting, and whitening, that can help you get the smile you love. Give our office a call at 573-243-5200 and let’s get your smile shining brightly.