Top Tips To Ensure Your Teeth Stay White After A Whitening Treatment

Top Tips to ensure your teeth stay white after a whitening treatment!

Have you just had a whitening appointment and want to know how to keep your pearly whites, whiter for longer? We have compiled a list of do’s and don’ts to help keep you on track!

What should I avoid?

• Try to avoid drinks that discolour your teeth like coffee, red wines and dark teas.
• Steer clear from heavily staining foods such as curries and red sauces.
• Try to cut down on smoking and alcoholic beverages like rum, coloured soft drinks/mixers, and dark beers.
• Ensure you are brushing your teeth twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, as well as flossing at the end of each day.
• Avoid chocolates and coloured lollies as much as you can.

What should I eat instead?

• Colourless beverages like water, white soft drinks, milk, and colourless spirits are great alternatives to darker/colourful drinks.
• Rice and white pastas are a great option for carbs and will not stain your teeth – just take it easy on the tomato sauce!
• White meats like chicken and turkey are generally safe to eat after a whitening procedure as they are light-coloured and contain low levels of acid.
• Bananas and white yoghurts serve as a great snack alternative to confectionary and they are less likely to stain your teeth.

What else can I do to keep my teeth white?

As part of our whitening package, there are custom-made trays for you to use! Complimentary whitening gel is also included which can be used at any time to brighten your smile.  

Add whitening toothpaste or whitening mouthwash to your brushing routine. You can also visit us for a routine Dental Health Visit to ensure your teeth are healthy.

We are more than happy to schedule a follow-up appointment and answer any questions you may have about your smile! Please contact us on 47238100 to schedule an appointment with one of our Oral Health Therapists.