How Can I Protect My Teeth From Yellowing?

Do you brush your teeth twice a day for at least two minutes every time?

Do you use toothpaste with ADA seal of acceptance?

Do you floss at least once a day (e.g. every night before bed)?

Have you reduced your intake of foods that stain your teeth, such as coffee, tea, and red wine?

Have you stopped smoking or chewing tobacco?

Do you have a habit of rinsing your mouth with water after consuming any acidic or highly pigmented food, such as soy sauce, blueberries and beets?

Do you visit your dentist regularly for checkups and cleaning?

Have you talked to your dentist about professional cleaning?

Based on your answers, there are several other ways that can help you protect your teeth from yellowing. It is very important to maintain good dental hygiene. Brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing before bed can help you get rid of plaque around the edges of your teeth and substances that create stains. Smoking is considered to be the primary cause of tooth discoloration, so if you are a smoker or use tobacco in some other way it would be good to get rid of these bad habits. You should limit your intake of foods that can stain your teeth like coffee, tea, colas, or wines.

Based on your answers, you know a lot about how to protect your teeth from yellowing. If you drink coffee regularly, try not to sip it for too long, in order to minimize its contact with your teeth. This also applies to hot tea, while you can drink cold tea or soda on a straw. Also, it is good to rinse your mouth with water after consuming highly pigmented or acidic food (e.g. blueberries, beets, soy sauce). Of course, regular visits to the dentist are necessary to maintain healthy and white teeth. If necessary, your dentist will recommend professional cleaning.