How to Keep Teeth White as a Smoker
All smokers are well aware that their teeth will become darker, most often a light brown, from smoking cigarettes. This is because the smoke contains tars that films over on the surface of the teeth. The teeth are semi-porous and can easily become stained over time. But there are ways to keep your teeth white as a smoker—here is how you do it.
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Things You'll Need
- Whitening toothpaste
- Tar removing/fighting mouthwash
- Whitening teeth strips
- Dentist
Instructions
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How to Keep Teeth White as a Smoker
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Purchase the necessary supplies. Most drugstores will have all of the needed supplies. Look for anti-tar mouthwash, made just for smokers. Also make sure you buy the other supplies on the things you’ll need list.
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Use whitening toothpaste every time you brush. Substitute your old toothpaste for whitening toothpaste. This will help to remove and battle the tar stains.
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Use whitening strips often. Follow the directions on usage for the whitening strips and use them as often as allowed to keep your teeth pearly and white.
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Carry travel anti-tar mouthwash with you. Bring a small, travel-size mouthwash with you and try to use it frequently throughout the course of the day.
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Schedule a dental cleaning every three months. As opposed to getting a cleaning every six months, schedule to have one done every three months. This will keep your teeth white and shiny.
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Tips & Warnings
Quitting smoking will alleviate these problems and reduce significant risks to your health.
Do not overuse any of these products; always read and follow the directions on usage.
