Maintaining Your Bright Smile

Cosmetic dentistry is all about improving the aesthetics of your teeth so that you can show the world a smile that you’re proud of. And that appearance is something that people are willing to pay quite a bit of money for, whether it’s porcelain veneers or a more standard bleaching process. It makes sense to do what you can to ensure that your procedure lasts as long as possible. Here are some steps to help maintain newly whitened teeth:

– Ask your cosmetic dentist if he or she recommends any at-home treatments to “touch up” your teeth, and how frequently they should be used.

– Don’t eat or drink any darkly-pigmented foods or beverages for the first week after your treatment. Sipping dark beverages through a straw will minimize staining in the future as well.

– Although this should be followed by everyone with teeth, make sure that you brush and floss regularly.