London: A leading cosmetic dentist has revealed the 10 things women with dazzling smiles do to keep their teeth perfectly white. Dr. Gamer Verdian is the founder and director of one of Sydney’s foremost dental clinics, the Dental Lounge, and an expert when it comes to teeth whitening.
He recently shared his top tips for keeping your pearly whites radiant as well as explaining some simple things that can improve dental health. From why coffee and wine can stain the teeth to how lemon and water can wear away the enamel, FEMAIL takes a look at Dr. Verdian’s best advice. Watch the following video for teeth whitening, tooth decay, and tooth pain.
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Don’t drink lemon juice first thing in the morning:
If you’re following health trends, you’ll know starting the day with a glass of warm water and lemon is a must. However, citrus fruit or drinks like kombucha, apple cider vinegar, and sports drinks can harm your teeth as the high acidity level can destroy the enamel.
‘Exposing the dentin (dense bony tissue forming the bulk of a tooth underneath the enamel) is bad news as that can lead to tooth sensitivity and discoloration,’ Dr. Verdian said.
‘After consuming acidic foods, rinse your mouth with water and avoid brushing your teeth for 30 minutes so the enamel has time to re-calcify.’ Additionally, minimize damage by using a straw.
Don’t rely on charcoal toothpaste or baking soda:
Charcoal toothpaste has become the trendy way in recent years to whiten teeth, but according to expert, the problem is many charcoal toothpaste doesn’t contain fluoride. Dr. Verdian said fluoride is essential for healthy teeth and along with helping to repair any tooth damage before it becomes serious.
‘Baking soda is popular, but it’s also abrasive,’ Dr. Verdian said adding ‘so if you use it daily, you are actively wearing away your enamel.’
