This time of year offers tremendous opportunities for families to gather, celebrate, and give thanks for the important things. Drinking red wine remains a common component of these family gatherings and office holiday parties. Many people enjoy standing around and sharing stories that everyone heard last year around this time. Laughter might pour out over that funny part of the story, but a hearty laugh could expose your wine-stained teeth. Your Milford cosmetic dentist, Dr. Mitchell I. Quintner, discusses how to keep your smile bright this holiday season.
Cheese with that Wine?
Red wine stains occur quite frequently when people indulge in a glass. Several options exist for people looking to minimize tooth stains while out on the go. One great way to limit red wine stains: brush your teeth thoroughly before leaving the house. In some cases, red wine stains the gooey, clear, sticky substance known as plaque that coats tooth enamel. A good brushing session should remove any plaque prior to your big party.
Another great way to limit red wine tooth stains involves eating cheese. The power of cheese cannot go overlooked. Cheese provides calcium to teeth. Bones love calcium. In fact, eating a few cheese squares can form a protective covering around teeth which aids in reducing staining. Not all cheese operates in the same fashion. Studies show that eating harder cheeses results in a lower chance for stained teeth caused by red wine.
Still Staining After all These Years
Sometimes, stains can gradually appear with age or time. Teeth may appear yellow or discolored due to prolonged wine consumption or a daily coffee habit. We offer teeth whitening in our Milford cosmetic dentist office. Depending on your preference, we can provide at-home teeth whitening or in-office whitening. Our in-office whitening treatment can brighten smiles by up to nine shades in a single visit. In most cases, the entire appointment takes less than an hour.
Many patients prefer to whiten teeth in the comfort and privacy of their own home. We provide custom-fit bleaching trays and professional-strength bleaching gel to our patients. Most patients see results quickly, but the entire whitening process might take a few weeks.
Schedule Your Milford Teeth Whitening
We provide a multitude of cosmetic dentistry services including teeth whitening, veneers, and smile makeovers at Sensitive Care Cosmetic and Family Dentistry. Contact us by calling (203) 878-6699 to schedule your appointment at our 06460 cosmetic dentistry office. We welcome patients from Milford and all neighboring communities.