6 STEPS TO PEARLY WHITE TEETH

A lot of people desire a set of sparkling white teeth, but when it comes to making the decisions that will help us attain one, we opt for the opposite! Red wine, tea, coffee, all guilty of staining our pearly whites, but we still guzzle them on a daily basis.

That is why we suggest that people research and get familiar with the recommended foods to eat to get pearly white teeth.

We all know the benefits of having white teeth: and just in case you don’t know or might have forgotten, let me remind you. Studies have shown that your smile or teeth are the first thing that someone notices about you and having white teeth not only gives the impression that you are healthy and personally hygienic, they also make you look more successful, more employable, more attractive and even five years younger. This gives you the confidence to smile and proudly display them.

Certain foods are recommended to assist in your pursuit for white teeth, but none will serve as a miracle cure or be more effective than a regimented oral hygiene routine.

Celery and carrots can help in whitening your teeth by washing away food debris while also strengthening your gums.

Cheese. Hard cheese contains calcium that strengthens both your gums and teeth. Cheese also contains a milk protein called casein that can reduce the loss of minerals from your enamel. It has also been noticed that cheese can raise pH – the level of acidity of a substance – of the mouth for some time after eating it, thus, discouraging tooth decay.

Herbs. Herbs such as parsley contain enough chlorophyll that neutralizes bad breath. It is also a source of antioxidants and essential oils that keeps the body healthy. Note however, that excessive consumption of parsley is bad for the health. Another herb that does wonders for the teeth is licorice root.

Oil. The swirling action of oil around your mouth can help to loosen debris in the mouth; consequently, reducing bacteria growth and population in your mouth.

Water. Ensure that you take in enough water every day. Your body needs to be hydrated in order to produce saliva for your mouth. By taking water regularly through the day, you decrease the growth and population of bacteria in your mouth and body.

Green and black tea. They contain polyphenols which suppresses the growth of bacteria. Green tea can promote good gum health as it is anti-inflammatory. Avoid herbal teas as they may contain sugar which is bad for your teeth. You should also consider white tea as it contains some bio-available fluoride.

Since this write-up is about 6 steps you should take to get pearly white teeth, let’s get on with it already.

·        Step 1: Brush and floss your teeth regularly and thoroughly. Although this is an obvious one, many of us however, do not brush or floss our teeth properly. You should ensure that you brush at least twice a day and for at least 2 minutes each. By skipping this step and doing the others you would not be maintaining your teeth.

·        Step 2: See your dentist. Before you apply any special treatment to your teeth, ensure that you visit your dentist and explain what you are planning and why you want to do it. Seeking a dentist’s professional opinion and advice is essential so that you do not end up with damaged teeth.

·        Step 3: Eat foods that whiten the teeth.You should consider buying and eating the following foods as they can naturally whiten your teeth. Such foods include strawberries which contain Malic acid that removes surface teeth discoloration; seeds like sunflower seeds and nuts like walnuts or almonds also remove surface stains by their abrasive texture. Another recommend food to whiten your teeth is onions, they help to prevent plaque from forming on your teeth when your chew them raw; apples are also great and they are recommended for teeth-whitening as their high water content promotes saliva production in our mouths.

·        Step 4: Avoid anything that stains the teeth. Foods rich in sugar should be avoided as they can stain your teeth, making them look discolored. You should also stay away from cigarettes if you wish to have and maintain white teeth. Stay away from sticky, chewy foods and limit the intake of drinks or fruits containing citric acid, as too much of it can lead to enamel erosion

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·        Step 5: Thoroughly research professional and recommended over the counter whitening treatments. Ensure that you only use products that are FDA approved as safe for dental use.

·        Step 6: Do not eat just before going to bed. Cultivate the habit of eating hours before bedtime. This is because plaque development is usually worse at nights and eating just before going to bed increases this development.

Follow these simple steps and you will be well on your way to that Hollywood smile!