We all know that there are foods that can stain our teeth like berries, curry, tea, and coffee. However, unknown to many that there also food that can help maintain the teeth white. If you have just undergone an in-office teeth whitening, including the following foods in your diet can help keep the effect of professional teeth whitening treatment longer than it should have. Strawberries - While other types of berries are the culprit of teeth staining, strawberries, on the other hand, contain "malic acid" that is an enzyme that can stimulate saliva production. Saliva naturally washes food debris and prevents cavities from forming.
- Strawberries - While other types of berries are the culprit of teeth staining, strawberries, on the other hand, contain "malic acid" that is an enzyme that can stimulate saliva production. Saliva naturally washes food debris and prevents cavities from forming.
- Apples, Celery, and Carrots - These foods also help increase saliva production. Since it is crunchy, they also work like a scrub that gently cleans the teeth. Also preventing bacteria-causing bad breath from lingering in the nooks and cranny of the teeth.
- Oranges and Pineapples - These fruits will not merely help increase the production of saliva but they are also a good source of Vitamin C. Vitamin C can help strengthens the gums and other oral tissues.
- Baking Soda - Baking soda is something you can just find in your kitchen that can naturally help whitens the teeth. Just mix a small amount of baking soda and water and occasionally use it as a substitute for your normal toothpaste in case you run out of it.
To learn more teeth-whitening tips, contact Oyster Point Dentistry.
