The right dentist in West Ashley can whiten your smile
Behavioral experts say that we form a first impression within seven seconds of meeting someone new, based on how safe comfortable that person’s appearance makes us feel. Babies and even animals respond favorably to an attractive smile. Smiling is critical to a good first impression, and to social and business interactions throughout relationships.
No matter if your eyes sparkle, your hair has gloss, your skin is smooth, and your breath is sweet – if your teeth are dingy your smile detracts from your appearance. Know what causes tooth discoloration, and what you can do to combat it.
| Cause of discoloration | Examples | Tips for prevention |
|---|---|---|
| Foods | Dark berries, soy sauce, acidic foods. | Limit intake; avoid extreme changes in temperature (alternating from cold to hot allows pores in enamel to expand and absorb stains). |
| Beverages | Coffee, tea, red wine, colas, and dark fruit juices. | Drink cold beverages through a straw; don’t swish them in the mouth; switch to lighter drinks. |
| Tobacco | Cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and smokeless tobacco. | Stop smoking, rubbing, or chewing – for your overall health. |
| Hygiene | Negligent home care, over-abundance of plaque and bacteria, mouth fungus. | Brush with proper technique after meals; floss daily; see your dentist for professional cleanings. |
| Environmental Factors | Fluoridated water (excess fluoride causes brownish discoloration), the passage of time (enamel thins and shows yellowish dentin underneath), aging dental work, trauma or illness. | Drink bottled or filtered water; ask your dentist about replacing silver fillings, old crowns, or bonds. |
| Medications | Fluoride supplements, antibiotics (teytracycline), antihistamines, high blood pressure medications. | Talk with your doctor before adding fluoride to your diet, or starting a new medication. |
| Heredity | Dental enamel that is naturally thinner or a darker shade. | None. |
In addition to good oral hygiene and prevention, the team at Mouth Carolina offer professional teeth whitening options. We’ll design a whitening program individualized to your needs; convenient take home trays; pastes and rinses for maintenance.
Your smile should light up your face – not diminish your natural beauty. Call Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA to spark a whiter smile.
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Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA - Dr. Andrew Greenberg
Dr. Andrew Greenberg completed his Bachelor’s Degree in New Orleans, Louisiana at Tulane University. He graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine in 2009, where he portrayed excellent academic performance. He exercises his academic brilliance to the benefit of his patients every day. He grew up in a family with a dental background and showed interest in the field since his early days.
