Is There An Easy Way To Achieve Whiter Teeth?

Teeth can become discolored for a variety of reasons. Smoking, consuming too much sugar and not brushing regularly are some of the main offenders. By fixing all of these bad habits, you can prevent further staining of your teeth.

But just how do you reverse discoloration? Brushing your teeth regularly and cutting down on sugar and cigarettes might have an impact, but it’s likely to be a very slow process. Fortunately, there are faster and simpler ways to make your teeth whiter. Below are just some of the easiest ways to achieve whiter teeth.

Professional cosmetic treatment

There are many professional teeth whitening services that you can invest in from laser teeth whitening to veneers. These procedures can often guarantee instantly whiter teeth. They are however expensive - you need to be certain that you’re willing to splash out hundreds of dollars to achieve whiter teeth. It’s worth also looking into potential side effects of such treatments. For instance, you may not be able to eat certain foods with veneers in and may have more sensitive teeth after laser whitening. You can research into such information online. 

Whitening toothpastes

Many whitening toothpastes are scientifically proven to get results, provide that you use them every day and brush thoroughly. Many whitening toothpastes take two to six weeks to take effect, while those containing blue covarine can have an immediate effect. Whitening toothpaste may not be effective against major discoloration (which could be the dentin showing through as a result of the enamel being worn away). Certain whitening toothpastes can also cause damage if overused due to being more abrasive than normal toothpaste (always check the packaging to see what the manufacturer recommends). .

Clip on veneers

There’s been a recent increase in home cosmetic dental kits. This includes the likes of clip on veneers. These veneers are delivered to you at home - unlike standard veneers, they are removable. They’re not as restrictive as permanent veneers and, in many cases, they’re cheaper too. You should only ever buy clip on veneers that are professionally fitted to shape your teeth. Many companies will send you an impression kit that you then bite into and send back to the manufacturer - this then allows for your veneers to be custom engineered, before being sent to your address.

Lipstick with blue undertones 

Did you know that by wearing certain lipstick, you can make your teeth appear whiter? Lipstick with blue undertones is more likely to bring out the whiteness in your teeth, helping teeth to look less discolored. This is more of an illusion than an actual whitening method, but it’s still a simple trick worth trying. It’s worth noting that lipstick with orange undertones can have the opposite effect of making teeth appear more yellow - if you don’t want your teeth to look yellow, avoid orange-based lipsticks. 

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