Monday, March 1, 2010

Foolproof Tooth Brightening Tips

By Angela Rose

Who doesn't want their smile to reveal brilliant rows of white teeth? Nobody likes yellowing teeth, but everybody finds a nice white smile attractive.

As far as our teeth are concerned, we're in a better situation than we have been for 20 years, thanks to advances made in dental science. It's hard to find a toothpaste these days that doesn't make your teeth whiter.

Toothpastes to help whiten teeth did exist 20 years ago, but there were very few of them. Also, they cost a lot, so not many people could afford them.

Things are so much easier now. Here are four easy and effective methods of whitening teeth for you to try.

There are strips available for this purpose. Normally, they have to be applied to the teeth one or two times per day for a couple of weeks. It's important to stick to the routine and if you do, you can be sure to have great results.

Another way is to go for a UV treatment. In this method, a combination of ultraviolet rays and a gel are used to brighten up your smile. Some malls even have UV treatment kiosks you can visit. You walk away with instantly whiter teeth.

You can also opt for porcelain veneers on your teeth. They will never stain and are good for at least ten years.

The last way to keep you teeth white is really just common sense. Certain foods and drinks can make plaque and stains form on your teeth. Dark colas, coffees and iced teas are know culprits. Try to avoid them, but if you do drink one, make sure you clean your teeth soon after.

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