Maycroft Dental Practice
Teeth Whitening Wirral
Expert Teeth Whitening Services from a General Dental Council (GDC) registered Dentist.
Teeth Whitening
Teeth Whitening Wirral can lighten the shade of your natural teeth, but before you commit to having treatment it’s important you’re fully aware of what to expect and what the risks are.
Here at Maycroft Dental Practice, we currently provide Teeth Whitening at competitive prices!
We are General Dental Council (GDC) registered.
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Our Teeth Whitening Service
A bespoke & tailored process
Teeth whitening Wirral treatments don’t permanently whiten teeth. If you expose your teeth to foods and beverages that cause staining you may see the whiteness start to fade in as little as 1 month after treatment. Those who avoid foods and beverages that stain may be able to wait one year or longer before another whitening treatment or touch-up is needed.
Professional teeth whitening is a simple, safe, and comfortable way to improve the appearance of your smile. We will first evaluate your general appropriateness before taking a digital scan of your mouth, which will be utilised to create a custom fit mouth guard.
Our doctor will prescribe a customised whitening gel to be applied in the mouth guard at a time that is convenient for you over the course of several weeks. This treatment may be done at home to keep the whitening results for the rest of your life.
This skilled treatment will break down the internal black pigment in the tooth that toothpaste or a hygienist visit cannot.
Increasing longesvity
To increase the longevity of your Teeth Whitening, it is important to limit certain food groups and maintain general oral health as best as possible.
Maintaining White Teeth
Making the most of your treatment
Limit certain food groups
Avoid the consumption of or exposure to products that stain your teeth, such as coffee, tea, and red wine. If you do choose to consume beverages that stain, consider using a straw so that the liquid bypasses your front teeth.
Brush or rinse immediately after consuming stain-causing beverages or foods.
Maintain good oral hygiene
Follow good oral hygiene practices. Brush your teeth at least twice daily and floss at least once daily to remove plaque. Use a whitening toothpaste (once or twice a week only) to remove surface stains and prevent yellowing. Use a regular toothpaste the rest of the time.
Consider touch-up treatments
Depending on the whitening method used, you may need a touch-up every 6 months or after a year or two. If you smoke or drink lots of stain-causing beverages, you may need a touch up more often.
Foods & Drinks to Avoid
Keeping your teeth white
Coffee and Tea
These are some of the biggest staining offenders. The dark color and acidity can cause yellowing over time. If you can’t give them up, consider drinking through a straw to minimize contact with your teeth.
Red Wine
Red wine’s deep color and acidity can cause staining. White wine, although not as likely to stain, is still acidic and can also lead to discoloration over time.
Soda and Sports Drinks
These beverages are not only dark-colored, but they are also high in sugar and acidity, both of which can erode enamel and promote staining.
Berries
Dark-colored fruits like blueberries, blackberries, cherries, and pomegranates can cause staining. The same goes for pies, juices, and jams made from these fruits.
Tomato-based Sauces
Their bright red color and acidity can cause staining. Opting for a lighter-colored or creamy sauce could be less likely to stain your teeth.
Curry
Curry’s deep pigmentation can gradually yellow teeth. It might be a good idea to brush your teeth soon after enjoying a curry dish.
Soy Sauce
The dark color of soy sauce can lead to surface staining on your teeth.
Balsamic Vinegar
Its dark color and tendency to stick to the teeth can cause staining. Having it with crunchy lettuce or other raw vegetables can help, as these foods produce saliva that protects teeth.
Beetroot
This healthy but intensely colored vegetable can cause staining. Brushing your teeth shortly after eating beetroot can help minimize the staining effect.
Tobacco Products
Not a food or drink, but worth mentioning because of its significant staining effect. Both chewing and smoking tobacco can discolor teeth.
Remember, if a food or drink can stain your clothes, it can stain your teeth as well. Regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups, along with professional cleaning and whitening, can help keep your teeth bright. Drinking plenty of water during and after meals can also help rinse away food and drink residues that could stain your teeth.
Everything you
need to know
Maintaining a white smile involves more than regular brushing and flossing. Certain foods and drinks can stain your teeth and dull their whiteness. Here are some common culprits you might want to limit or avoid to keep your teeth brighter:
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