What makes a smile beautiful? Aside from a complete set of shapely white teeth, fresh breath can make a mouth quite kissable. In today’s blog, Dr. Lee shares five secrets of success to amp up your pearly whites.

H2: Simple Secrets to a Successful Smile

Cosmetic dentistry by Dr. Abby Lee, a talented and respected dentist in Atlanta, can reshape and perfect the appearance of your teeth. But aside from clinical dentistry, there are a few things you can do to improve the look (and smell) of your smile. These easy tips can rocket your smile to the next level. 

1. Pro Teeth Whitening: Over-the-counter teeth whitening strips, gels, pastes, rinses, and paint pens can lighten tooth enamel by a few shades. Professional teeth whitening, however, packs a power punch against stains. Our pro whitening system can lighten tooth enamel by 6, 8, or even 10 shades! Ask about our pro whitening special at your next appointment or call us to schedule a teeth whitening session today!
2. Suck It Up: When enjoying a cold beverage, particularly an acidic or dark drink, use a straw. The straw will limit the contact between your beautiful, white teeth and the acids and tannins that lead to dental staining.
3. Cheesy, but True: Here’s a yummy suggestion for you. Do you drink red wine, coffee, tea, or dark cola? Nibbling on a hard cheese before drinking these enamel-staining beverages will coat your teeth with oil. That oil will keep the water-based drinks from causing tooth discoloration. 
4. Frame It Well: To make your pearly whites pop, try a shade of bright, bold red or pink lipstick instead of lighter shades. Stay away from anything with a yellow hue, as is common in orange hues. The bold red or pink color will turn up the wattage on your head-turning smile.
5. Pro Breath Help: Is there a worse feeling than being told by a confidante that your breath smells horrific? So embarrassing! Has bad breath plagued you? Are mints and gum ineffective for freshening your breath? While what we eat can contribute to bad breath, having chronic dry mouth, using tobacco, or gastrointestinal problems can cause halitosis, as well. Practicing meticulous daily dental hygiene will help thwart the odiferous air, but it may not be enough. Talk with Dr. Lee and/or your physician about professional breath treatment.

H2: Primary Cause of Tooth Discoloration and Bad Breath

Across the globe, the main culprit for causing tooth stains and halitosis is poor oral health. You’ve heard it all your life, most likely, but brushing twice and flossing once daily really does work! Regular, consistent oral health habits at home, combined with six-month cleanings and checkups, will ward off dental stains, cavities, bad breath, and gum disease. If you’ve let your daily dental care lapse, today offers a fresh start! Pick up your favorite paste, mouthwash, and a new toothbrush and re-initiate a diligent, thorough daily oral hygiene habit.

If you need to learn a more effective strategy for your home hygiene routine, please ask us. As a cosmetic dentist in Atlanta, Dr. Lee can answer all of your questions. Our hygienists can demonstrate effective brushing and flossing, too, and we’re always happy to suggest dental care products.

H2: Your Cosmetic and Family Dentist in Atlanta, GA

Schedule your appointment with Dr. Abby Lee today. She and our entire team value each one of our patients, and we also value integrity, excellence, and relationships. Ask about our whitening special when you call! Schedule your appointment by calling 404-328-7177 or completing our online form.Turn up the wattage on your smile and you’ll want to share it all the time!