When you have coffee every day, the drink’s dark pigment gets into the microscopic ridges of your tooth enamel. This leads to stains. When you’ve had professional teeth whitening done at High Point Smile Dentistry in North Carolina, you can enjoy the results for longer and also stay caffeinated by doing the following. 

3 Ways to Prevent Coffee Stains After Teeth Whitening

1. Use a Straw

A straw is the easiest way to prevent staining since it takes the coffee directly behind your teeth. If the liquid doesn’t make contact with the front of your teeth, it cannot impact the enamel. Invest in a reusable straw so you’re not creating a lot of plastic waste. Your wallet and the environment will thank you.

2. Brush Your Teeth

If you have a morning coffee at home, wait to brush your teeth until you’re done with the entire cup. Brushing immediately after will flush out the dark pigment, keeping it from staining the enamel. If you tend to be on the go when you drink coffee, pack a travel toothbrush and paste and utilize the office bathroom. As an added bonus, you’ll have minty fresh breath.

3. Stay Hydrated 

When you have a cup of coffee in one hand, keep a glass of water in the other. Water rinses your teeth and flushes the coffee out of your mouth. It will also help minimize the harmful effects of any sugar in the beverage, which would otherwise lead to plaque and bacteria buildup on the teeth. 

Professional teeth whitening transforms your smile instantly. Contact High Point Smile Dentistry at (336) 884-4000 to schedule an appointment with their cosmetic dentist. If you’d like more advice to prolong your results, just ask what lifestyle changes you should make, especially if you’re a coffee drinker. They also specialize in orthodontics if you’d like a more dramatic transformation.