4 Tips To Keep Your Smile In Tip Top Shape

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Keeping your teeth in a good condition is so important if you want to look fantastic. It can make your smile look bad if your teeth are not looking great. Here are some unmissable ways to get your teeth looking ideal.

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Brush Them At Least Twice A Day

One simple way to get your teeth looking great is to ensure you are brushing them at least twice a day. So many people forget to do it first thing in the morning and the last thing at night. But it’s so important that you do brush them if you want to keep them looking good. By brushing them, it’s ensuring all food particles are washed away, and your teeth stay in a good condition. Make sure you are doing it for a good amount of time as well. So many people rush brushing their teeth, but it will mean you'll miss cleaning everyone. You can get many electric toothbrushes which have a timer which will go off when two minutes has passed. Also, don’t just go for the cheapest toothpaste; make sure you pick one which will keep them in a good condition!

 

Use Teeth Whitening Treatment

Another simple way to get your teeth looking great is by using a teeth whitening treatment. If you have been smoking or drinking alcohol, your teeth often can become discolored. It can also happen if you haven’t brushed your teeth correctly and bacteria is now growing. We talked previously about how to avoid getting yellow teeth. You can get many different toothpastes which will help to whiten your teeth. You can also get whitening strips that you can use at home. You can also go to the dentist and get a professional whitening treatment which will last for longer. It’s important to make sure your teeth are looking great if you want a beautiful smile.

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Consider Getting Braces

You should also consider getting braces if you want to straighten your teeth so they look perfect. It can help you to build confidence and you will feel happier with a better smile. They do have to stay in a while, so you need to be sure about getting braces. Talk to your dentist about the pro’s and con’s of braces, so you can decide whether they are right for you.

 

Use Mouthwash And Floss Regularly

Another simple way to get your teeth looking great is by ensuring you are using mouthwash and floss. A lot of people think that brushing their teeth is enough, but you might end up leaving food in your mouth which could turn into bacteria. Mouthwash is also essential to help you to get fresh breath, while floss can ensure that your smile stays great during the day. Here is a guide to choosing the right floss and mouthwash for you to use every day.


Hopefully, you can keep your teeth looking great so you can have an award-winning smile!

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3 Ways To Get The Perfect Smile

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We all know that the easiest way to a beautiful smile is to improve your oral hygiene. This won’t take much doing –you will just have to brush your teeth more often and see your dentist regularly. If that still doesn’t seem to help improve your teeth to your liking, you can always try a dental treatment. Your dentist will be able to carry out these procedures. Interested to know more? Read on for all the information you need!

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Teeth Whitening

You can always buy teeth whitening kits over the counter at your local drug store. However, for best results you need to see your dentist. This may be a lot more expensive, but the results will be far better and will last for much longer. One thing to bear in mind is that this may not make your teeth super white, but it will make them a few shades lighter and get rid of any stains. The procedure will be done in stages, and you will need to visit your dentist a few times over a couple of months. He will make a mold of your teeth and give you whitening teeth to apply at home. Over time, the gel will brighten up your teeth and give you a beautiful smile!

 

Braces

If your teeth is not as perfect as you would want it, your dentist can attach braces to them to help straighten them out. There are two types of braces: fixed and removable. If you have fixed ones, they will be attached to your teeth at all times. Removable ones can be taken off for cleaning. Normally, patients will need to wear their braces for a long period. On average, this can be between 18 and 24 months. After you have them removed, you may still be required to wear mouthpieces overnight. This is to make sure your teeth don’t move straight back into their original positions. Some people prefer to have invisible braces made out of see-through plastic. There are some different options available, including Invisalign Braces.

 

Dental Veneers

Veneers are artificial covers placed over your teeth. They are permanently attached and disguise discoloration and stains on your teeth. They can also be used to cover up a chipped tooth. However, more often than not, they are only used as a cosmetic treatment. Even though they are permanently attached to your teeth, it is still possible to chip them, just like normal teeth. To affix them, your dentist will need to drill into your front teeth slightly. He will then take an impression so that he can make veneers that will fit your teeth. This may sound like a scary procedure, but you have nothing to worry about! You will be given an anesthetic so that you won’t feel a thing.


If anyone of these treatments sounds like it could help you towards your perfect smile, speak to your dentist about it. They will be able to talk to you about the procedure and discuss any other options you may have.

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