Professional whitening of your teeth can be costly, so once you have completed the procedure you should take steps to maintain the whiteness of your teeth. By following a few simple tips, you can make your whitening job last longer. Here are four things you can do to help keep your teeth looking their best.

Avoid Drinks That Stain

There are certain drinks that are notorious for discoloring teeth, and they should be avoided or limited after whitening. The first drink you should avoid or limit consumption of is wine. Wine contains a substance known as tannin that will stain your teeth. Secondly, if you enjoy drinking coffee or iced tea, you will need to cut back or eliminate these from your diet because coffee contains caffeine which can discolor the teeth. Tea contains both caffeine and tannin that can stain and discolor teeth.  

Eat More Strawberries

Strawberries are one of the best natural whiteners for your teeth. Due to a high concentration of malic acid, every time you eat strawberries, you are actually releasing this strong whitening agent onto your teeth. Eat several servings per week to maintain the whiteness of your teeth.

Clean Your Teeth With Apple Cider Vinegar

You can clean your newly whitened teeth at least once per week with apple cider vinegar for maintenance. Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid which helps to whiten teeth. You can use your finger or a cotton ball to the apply apple cider vinegar to your teeth. Once you have finished the application, you should rinse your mouth with water. Do not use this natural whitener more than once per week, since overuse can wear away your enamel.

Brush With Baking Soda And Lemon

To maintain the whiteness of your teeth you can make your own toothpaste. Get a bowl and combine baking soda with lemon juice to form a paste. Use a toothbrush to apply the paste to your teeth. Let it sit for at least a minute then rinse your mouth thoroughly with water. You should not use this treatment more than once per week, since it is only being used to remove any stains that may be forming.

Maintaining the whiteness of your teeth is not difficult. Watching what you eat and drink will help you to avoid early discoloration. The anti-discoloration tips given above when used consistently will assist you in keeping your teeth as white as possible. Contact a cosmetic dentistry professional for additional advice.