Dentists - The Secret To A Whiter Smile

Everyday we are bombarded with advertisements for new toothpastes, mouthwashes, and bleach kits. It is a huge business selling oral hygiene products and we are all trying as hard as possible to get the most brilliant smile possible. Well there is one surefire way to get the most sparkling and dazzling teeth and that is to visit dentists twice a year. Not only do they do wonders cleaning and maintaining teeth they also have the most proven whitening systems and know which over the counter remedies are legitimate and which are a waste of money.

Oral hygiene is a huge concern these days. We all know that brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash go a long ways toward a healthy smile. Brushing twice a day with whitening toothpaste is a start. As is using mouthwash and flossing. These things lead to cleaner mouths that in turn look better and are healthier. The truth is although these things are wonderful home treatment options; the best thing you can do for your mouth is to visit one of the local dentists regularly.

Brushing and flossing remove most of the plaque and tartar on your teeth. Some mouthwashes even make it easier to remove tartar. However, the only way to thoroughly get this stuff off your teeth is a good old-fashioned scraping. Especially along hard to reach areas and the gum line it is important to visit the office and have a cleaning. Many dentists suggest twice a year as the frequency necessary to maintain a healthy smile.

Even if you buy the bleach trays and whitening paste and wash and everything else for your teeth you may still have unhealthy gums. A brilliant white smile only looks good when the gums around it are healthy and pink. Dentists are able to look into your mouth and see things from a perspective you cannot while in the bathroom mirror. They can see between, behind and around in order to access areas that you may miss. They also clean up above the gum line and clean out areas missed by brushing alone. This checkup maintains health and makes it easier to keep up with hygiene at home.

After the checkup ask for recommendations for products with increased whitening results. Teeth professionals have a lot of information on the best over the counter treatments and also can suggest which is the most cost effective. Additionally they probably have some sort of treatment in their office that they can apply. Whether they can do it in the office or they recommend a home kit, their recommendation will help you better understand your options. Besides treatment options they will have a number of suggestions for diet and lifestyle changes that will keep your smile its brightest. Simply ask what you can do to get a whiter smile and I am sure they will be able to help you.