Whiten Your Teeth the Natural Way

Feb. 8, 2007, Los Angeles and Beverly Hills - Teeth whitening treatment requests have increased more than 300 percent since 1996, according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry . As a result, tooth whitening products and treatments are everywhere. But did you know there are alternative methods to create a bright smile.

Avoiding certain foods that stain teeth should be your first concern. Foods to avoid include:

• Coffee
• Dark syrup sodas
• Red wine
• Blueberries.

On the plus side, some foods will naturally whiten or maintain white teeth.

• Strawberries have a natural bleaching action
• Produce such as apples, pears, celery, carrots, cauliflower and cucumbers produce saliva that combines with a food's natural fibers, naturally cleaning your teeth and removing bacteria
• Lemons, which also naturally bleach your hair
• Chewing sugarless gum stimulates saliva and cleans teeth surfaces

Other tricks include brushing your teeth twice a month with baking soda and drinking from a straw, whenever possible.

Of course, nothing can replace daily home care and regular professional cleanings to maintain healthy, white teeth and gums. Oral hygiene should include brushing your teeth after every meal, flossing every day and rinsing with dentist-recommended mouth rinses.

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Call top cosmetic dentist Dr. Anthony Mobasser today at 1.310.550.0383 or email us to schedule an appointment and learn more about teeth whitening .