28 April 2023

Teeth Whitening: Get a Brighter Smile with These Simple Tips

Teeth Whitening: Get a Brighter Smile with These Simple Tips

Who doesn't want a dazzling white smile? With so many options available on the market today, it's easy to get confused about what works and what doesn't when it comes to teeth whitening. Today, we explore some simple tips, that can help you achieve a brighter, whiter smile.

One of the simplest and most effective ways to maintain white teeth is to brush and floss regularly. This helps to remove surface stains caused by food and drink, and prevents the buildup of plaque and tartar, which can make your teeth look yellow. Using a softer brush will actually do a better job than a firm one. A hard brush can skip over parts of the tooth whereas a soft one will allow bristles to cover every surface.

Using a whitening toothpaste can help to remove surface stains and brighten your teeth. Look for toothpaste that contains peroxide, which is a bleaching agent that can help to whiten teeth. Be sure to brush gently, as brushing as some whitening toothpastes are very damaging to teeth with regular use

If you're looking for a more dramatic and long-lasting result, consider professional teeth whitening. This option involves using a bleaching agent that is much more effective than what you can get over-the-counter. Here at Seapoint Clinic, we apply the Zoom whitening gels to your teeth and use a special light to activate it. This can help to remove deeper stains and give you a brighter, more uniform smile. This is the most popular way people whiten their teeth with us...

Whitening trays are a popular option for at-home teeth whitening. These products contain a bleaching agent that can help to whiten your teeth over time. It's important to have custom fitted trays made to hold the whitening gels as otherwise they can leak into the mouth reducing their effect.. At Seapoint Clinic you can get these trays in combination with in-clinic whitening or separately.

Certain foods and drinks can stain your teeth over time, including coffee, tea, red wine, and berries. If you want to maintain a bright white smile, try to limit your intake of these foods and drinks or brush your teeth soon after consuming them. Rinsing your mouth out immediately after these can reduce the staining too.

Conclusion

Whether you choose to use at-home whitening products or go for our professional teeth whitening, there are plenty of options available to help you achieve a brighter, whiter smile. By following these simple tips and maintaining good oral hygiene, you can keep your teeth looking their best and enjoy a more confident smile.

Book now your teeth whitening here at Seapoint Clinic!

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