Many people desire a beautiful white smile. Unfortunately, teeth can develop stains over time that leave your smile looking dull and discolored. Dental stains can be caused by many factors, such as foods, beverages, or medications. Steps can be taken to prevent dental stains, but when they are pervasive veneers can give you the white smile you desire. Dr. Robert Dame, the experienced dentist at North Park Family Dental in Grand Rapids, MI, can have veneers custom made for you.
Tips for Maintaining A Whiter Smile
There are several practical steps you can take to prevent dental stains and maintain a whiter smile. One way to prevent stains is to avoid foods and beverages that are known to stain teeth. Examples of foods and drinks to avoid include coffee, tea, red wine, colas, grape or cranberry juice, tomato sauce, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, blueberries, and beets. Smoking also stains teeth over time so it is best to quit or avoid it. Other tips for maintaining a whiter smile include brushing and flossing daily, as well as scheduling regular dental checkups with cleanings.
Veneers
One solution to diminishing dental stains is teeth whitening. However, not all stains and discolorations can be successfully eliminated this way. Only surface stains, such as those caused by smoking or certain beverages, can be removed with teeth whitening treatments. Intrinsic dental stains that affect the inner layer of the teeth are more pervasive and do not respond to whitening treatments.
Veneers are an excellent option for achieving a brilliant white smile when teeth are affected by stubborn dental stains. Veneers are thin laminates placed over the front surface of problem teeth. They can conceal a broad range of issues, including pervasive stains and discolorations. Each veneer is custom made for a perfect fit. Additionally, veneers look completely natural and leave you with a flawless smile. Custom veneers are available at our office in Grand Rapids.
There are many things you can do to help prevent dental stains, but when they are pervasive, veneers can help. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Dame to learn more about veneers by calling North Park Family Dental in Grand Rapids at (616) 361-7265.