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Beautiful teeth look good on everyone, but certainly not everyone can boast of having naturally healthy and white teeth. Fortunately, today, various dental procedures help to achieve a beautiful smile, which will make you smile much more often. Maintaining healthy teeth may not be so difficult. If you follow the most important rules of oral hygiene, you can be sure that the various procedures performed in the dental clinic will be needed much less often. So what are those ground rules?

• The diet of white teeth

Smoking, red wine and other staining products are some of the biggest enemies of white teeth. Also, teeth discoloration can be caused by fizzy drinks, dark juices, etc. Of course, doctors will always advise you to quit smoking and give up on harmful products, but doing so right away can be quite difficult. Hence, we recommend at least once a week, completely giving up products that harm the color of your teeth. On other days, brush your teeth or rinse them with mouthwash immediately after using teeth-staining products. If you want a healthy and tooth-friendly snack, choose apples.

• When was the last time you changed your toothbrush? 

If you can't answer this question, chances are it was quite a while ago. It is recommended to change toothbrushes at least once every 2-3 months. Bacteria accumulate on a toothbrush over time and enter the mouth when brushing the teeth. If you use an electric toothbrush, the head should be replaced as often as a regular toothbrush. According to dentists, it is best to brush your teeth at a 45-degree angle to your gums in a circular motion (if you use an electric toothbrush, it will do this for you).

• And what about a tongue?

Your tongue should be cleaned twice a day. A lot of bacteria accumulates on the tongue, which are then transferred to the teeth. To prevent this from happening, get a special tongue scraper or a toothbrush with a tongue cleaner.

• Choose products which are teeth-friendly

Some foods are like toothbrushes that help clean your teeth. These include apples, fresh carrots, and celery. It is important that these products are sufficiently hard and crunchy because this is what will help to clean the teeth naturally. Apples, carrots or celery should be eaten last, especially if you know you won't be able to brush your teeth. They are healthy and delicious snacks after lunch or dinner when you are away from home.

• When to brush your teeth?

Everyone knows that you need to brush your teeth in the morning and in the evening, but the question often arises about when to do it. It is best to brush your teeth as soon as you get out of bed and when you go to sleep. If you develop such a habit, you will never forget to brush your teeth!

• Mouthwash

It is not uncommon to be asked whether it is necessary to use mouthwash. If you want to enjoy healthy, white teeth, the short and simple answer is yes. It is advisable to use it after brushing your teeth and after a meal when it is not possible to brush your teeth. Mouthwash will not take up much space in your purse or backpack, so it is recommended that you always have it with you.

• Do you use dental floss?

If you want to ensure proper oral hygiene, flossing is absolutely necessary. Dentists recommend learning to floss with your eyes closed. You may ask why. If you learn how to do it without a mirror, you can floss your teeth anywhere and at any time. 

• Professional oral hygiene

Even with proper dental care, visits to the dental clinic cannot be avoided. It is recommended to visit the clinic once every six months. During this dental appointment, the condition of your teeth will be assessed and professional oral hygiene will be performed. This procedure helps to slightly lighten the teeth, so you can enjoy a whiter smile.

• If teeth are not as white as snow

Do not be discouraged - the shade of natural teeth should not be lighter than the eyeball. The most important rule is not to choose white clothes that are lighter in color than your teeth. For women who want to get the effect of whiter teeth, it is recommended to choose light red or coral lipstick. Lighter colors can produce an unwanted yellow-tinged effect on the teeth.
If you take good care of your teeth, you can enjoy much whiter teeth. However, if you are not satisfied with the current shade of your teeth, you can consult your dentist about the teeth whitening procedure.


Professional oral hygiene can always be performed by Vilnius Dental Clinic specialists.