Eat Well for Whiter Teeth – Tooth Whitening London
What you put into your mouth to chew on inevitably affects the health of your teeth.
Following a good healthy diet will help keep your newly whitened teeth in tip top condition. If you’ve already had a tooth whitening treatment or are currently in the process of having your teeth whitened professionally then make sure you’re eating the right kind of food and drinks to keep your mouth fresh and clean.
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There are good foods and bad foods for healthy strong teeth and if you’re already in the process of having your teeth whitened take an inventory of everything you put in your mouth. Some of the foods you should think about avoiding are:
Some of the foods you should eat more of are:
No matter what your normal diet is following the above tips will help keep your teeth as white as possible. But if you need professional tooth whitening services then simply call the Teeth Whitening Clinic on 020 7636 5981 to find out about some of the very best products on the market that we offer.
- Fizzy drinks – High in acidity they can drastically affect your tooth enamel by dissolving the top layer.
- Coffee – The darker the coffee the more likely it is to stain your teeth
- Alcohol (especially red wine) – Red wine like tea and coffee will stain your teeth and the acidic nature speeds up tooth decay.
- Nails – Don’t bite your nails. If it’s a daily habit you’ll wear your teeth down mailing them uneven and ugly.
- Tomato sauce – It’s acidic too and therefore will promote decay in your teeth.
- Over the counter tooth bleaching products – Always follow professional advice and application processes for bleaching your teeth.
Some of the foods you should eat more of are:
- Apples, Celery & Carrots – they are naturally good at keeping your teeth clean while you chew.
- Spinach, Lettuce & Broccoli – help to prevent stains by coating your teeth with a barrier-like film.
- Red wine – Although it stains it contains polyphenols which prevent periodontal disease.
- Strawberries – Actually have a weak bleaching agent in them which can aid in removing stains but they’re also acidic so brush your teeth after eating them.
- Dairy Products – Yoghurt, milk and Cheese are full of calcium which can help keep your tooth enamel strong.
- Tea – Surprisingly tea is actually good for your teeth and gums because the tannins destroy plaque and bacteria, but stick to herbal, green and white tea for the best results.
No matter what your normal diet is following the above tips will help keep your teeth as white as possible. But if you need professional tooth whitening services then simply call the Teeth Whitening Clinic on 020 7636 5981 to find out about some of the very best products on the market that we offer.