There’s a few things you should steer clear of to keep your teeth pearly white
A dental expert has shared a few simple ways you can avoid staining your teeth.
We can thank content creators, Love Island stars and celebrities for making us more self-conscious about our gnashers.
I mean, if you were to take a scroll on any social app, you’d likely be greeted by endless pics of perfect, pearly white teeth.
Veneers appear to be the ‘in thing’ right now, with more and more people flying out to Turkey to get their cut-price work done to feel that bit more confident.
But what if I were to tell you that there was a way to do this naturally, at home?
Dentistry and health expert Dr Shaadi Manouchehri, known as @dr.shaadi.manouchehri on social media, posted a video on TikTok about bad habits, like drinking coffee or brushing after breakfast, that could cause damage to your enamel.
This could result in darker, stained teeth that will have you sporting a yellow tinge when you smile.
If you’ve been guilty of skipping brushing your teeth before bed or after an acidic drink don’t worry as, according to Regenerate Enamel Science, there are several ways you can avoid or rescue discoloured teeth.
Specialised toothpastes
Of course, not every product in the supermarket which claims to give you a Hollywood smile within a handful of days will work as advertised, but it’s likely they may be able help.
It’s also worth looking for a toothpaste which combines ingredients such as baking soda and hydrogen peroxide as bleaching agents can help improve the appearance of yellow teeth.
You can keep your teeth nice and white without booking a flight to Turkey (Getty Stock Image)
However, make sure you don’t overdo it as excessive use can also damage your teeth.
According to the American Dental Association, hydrogen peroxide should not exceed a concentration of 3.6 percent, while Colgate states that a percentage between three and six is safe for use.
Whitening strips and trays have become increasingly popular over the past couple of years as a quick-fix method, however, it’s important to use them sparingly.
Toothpaste containing charcoal can also be beneficial but, like whitening strips, it’s important that you don’t overuse it as it can end up damaging your enamel.
Foods to avoid
Coffee and milky tea are, of course, major offenders in staining your teeth. However, they’re not the only food and drink which can cause your teeth to develop a yellow appearance.
You should avoid brushing your teeth right after breakfast (Getty Stock Image)
Fizzy drinks, citrus fruit drinks and red wine can also cause staining due to their sugary and/or acidic nature – which is abrasive to your teeth.
Foods such as curry, tomato-based sauces and berries can also cause erosion to your enamel.
We’re not suggesting you live off a diet of just water and plain vegetables – that would be miserable – but the key thing to remember with any food is moderation.
Don’t overdo the sugary foods, maintain good dental health and throw in the occasional use of hydrogen peroxide toothpaste and your teeth will most likely be fine.
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