How to Prevent Teeth Stain

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Most Americans love the look of clean, white teeth.

Although some causes of teeth staining are not preventable -- such as certain medications you had to take when your teeth were forming, or just advancing age -- other causes are. Whether you've have your teeth professionally whitened by a dentist, have used whitening products as home, or have done nothing at all to whiten them, you can benefit from simple measures to prevent further staining.

Instructions

    • 1

      Brush, floss and rinse with mouthwash regularly. The less contact that staining foods have with your teeth, the less chance they have to leave stains.

    • 2

      Avoid very colorful foods, such as beets and blueberries. The rule of thumb is this: If it would stain your clothing, it will also tend to stain your teeth.

    • 3

      Avoid foods with bright artificial colors, such as Popsicles, for the same reason.

    • 4

      Avoid drinking anything dark, such as red wine, coffee or cola. If you can't live without these beverages, rinse with water after drinking them.

    • 5

      Quit using tobacco products. Smoking and chewing tobacco are not just unhealthy habits -- they can lead to discoloration of your teeth.

Tips & Warnings

  • If your stains are really getting bad after years of unsuccessfully giving up your coffee and cigarettes, see a professional dentist. It's amazing what can be done in the dental field.

  • Regular dental checkups will help prevent gum disease and tooth decay. Take care of your teeth, it's important.

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