Foods that can Stain Your Teeth

Did you know that certain foods have staining properties and can discolor your teeth? With the current attention on whiter and brighter smiles, it pays to know about foods and beverages that can stain your teeth and dull your smile. Our Los Angeles cosmetic dentist has information about how to prevent staining of your teeth with certain foods.Coffee, tea, berries, curry, and soy sauce are some of the biggest offenders when it comes to staining teeth. While you can enjoy these foods in moderation, it is important to brush your teeth soon after ingesting them so that they do not form permanent stains. Hot foods are more likely to stain your teeth than cold foods, and foods you hold in your mouth for a long period of time are also more likely to form stains. Some people claim that drinking staining beverages through a straw helps to cut down on staining, although there is no scientific proof this is true.

One way to combat stains is through the use of teeth whitening products. Our dentist can recommend the right type of teeth whitening system to best suit your needs and remove deep, stubborn stains caused by foods and beverages. Teeth whitening gels use a peroxide-based bleach formula to remove stains from deep within the tooth.

Talk to our dentist today about professional teeth whitening to give you the brightest smile possible, and about all the ways you can maintain your white smile and still enjoy the foods and drinks you love.