KöR Whitening and Tips to Make it Last!
Exceptional Dentistry patients love the results of their KöR tooth whitening treatments. It always surprises them that their teeth can get up to ten shades whiter and that it can make such a dramatic difference in their appearance. We love that whitening your teeth can actually take years off your looks and make you look healthier and brighter.
Many of our patients come to us for smile whitening because they have a special event like a wedding or a reunion coming up, but of course, they want their gorgeous, white smiles to stay that way. Here are a few tips to help keep your teeth their whitest – and healthiest:
- Eat only at meal times. Why? For about 20 minutes after you drink or eat anything, especially sugary foods and candies, your mouth is under attack. If you space your eating out over the day or for hours while at a party, your teeth will be exposed to harm for much longer than they should be! Try to do all your eating at once and try to choose treats that aren’t sticky or chewy.
- Brush your teeth after you eat. If you can’t brush after eating something sweet, swish some water in your mouth. Even drinking a glass of water can help rinse sugars or staining agents off your teeth.
- If you drink a lot of red wine and coffee over the holiday season, keep in mind that these are very staining. Rinse your mouth with water and keep a whitening pen handy for touch ups. Or consider scheduling a post holiday whitening and cleaning to get your teeth back in shape after all the indulgence.
For more information about keeping your Staten Island smile healthy and bright, call Exceptional Dentistry today. While you are at it, why not schedule your whitening appointment? And remember, smile whitening makes a great gift!