A row of bright, stain-free teeth can improve your confidence and your appearance. How do you avoid unsightly discoloration? What can you do to erase current teeth stains? Today, we’re looking at four tips for a brighter smile. Soon, you can enjoy the stunning results you deserve.
Tips for Brightening Your Smile in Astoria, NY
- You should brush and floss your teeth daily: When you think of whitening your smile you probably don’t think of brushing and flossing. In reality, routine dental maintenance can remove the bacteria and the food particles they feed on, reducing the appearance of discoloration. You should brush your teeth twice a day and floss at least once. Doing so can help you avoid discoloration and can help your professional whitening results last longer.
- Twice a year you need a professional cleaning: When bacteria break down food particles, the process coats the teeth in a sticky layer of plaque. This layer not only weakens enamel and inflames the gums, but can also make teeth stains appear more frequently. Only a thorough dental cleaning can remove plaque from the surface of your teeth. You should have this procedure performed once every six months.
- You can receive teeth whitening: We don’t mean over-the-counter teeth whitening. While store bought options are relatively inexpensive and readily available, they don’t offer comparable results. For a smile brightened by multiple shades, you need a professional option. We can provide trays that you fill with gel and wear for a few hours each day at home. Optimal results can be achieved in a week to ten days.
- We can place custom-made porcelain veneers: Another option for addressing discoloration involves placing porcelain veneers. Fitting over the front of the teeth, the veneers mask stains and instantly transform the appearance of your smile. We use porcelain due to the material’s stain-resistance and durability.
ABOUT YOUR ASTORIA DENTIST
Our Astoria, NY dentist office accepts most major insurance plans. To find out if we accept yours, or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz, contact us at (718) 728-8320. We welcome patients living in and around Queens, Astoria, NYC, upstate New York, and New Jersey.
