{"id":212,"date":"2023-03-16T21:33:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-16T21:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/?p=212"},"modified":"2023-04-16T21:35:30","modified_gmt":"2023-04-16T21:35:30","slug":"4-foods-to-skip-after-whitening-your-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.statecollegedentalhealth.com\/blog\/2023\/03\/16\/4-foods-to-skip-after-whitening-your-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Foods to Avoid After Teeth Whitening"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"SteamingThe benefits of a bright, beautiful smile are priceless; however, not everyone has white teeth. Whether from genetics, age, smoking, or the foods you eat, teeth whitening can turn back the clock. Professional whitening treatments<\/a> can get your teeth up to 8 shades whiter to reveal a luminous smile. Your dazzling results can last for many months or years with the right aftercare, like watching what you eat and drink. Here are the top foods to avoid to ensure your investment lasts.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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1. Acidic Foods and Drinks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Acidic foods and beverages should be avoided, especially right after your whitening treatment. Whitening agents can weaken your enamel temporarily, which can make your teeth more vulnerable to acids. This can increase sensitivity to hot and cold foods and drinks. It\u2019s best to moderate your consumption of anything acidic, including citrus fruits and pickled foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Dark Colored Beverages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It can be difficult to skip a cup of coffee in the morning or a cold soda on a hot day. However, the dark pigments can get trapped in the pores of your enamel, leading to discoloration. If you can\u2019t resist tea in the afternoon, it\u2019s better to drink it all at once instead of sipping it. This will reduce the frequency your teeth are exposed to the stain-causing beverage. Your dentist will also recommend drinking it through a straw. Rinse your mouth with water after you\u2019ve finished to remove any lingering residue from your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Foods Containing Dyes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many sweet treats and juices contain food coloring to make them more appealing. Just as the dye can stain your clothes, it can also stain your teeth. It\u2019s better to skip anything that contains natural or artificial dyes to protect your pearly whites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Dark Fruits and Vegetables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet, those dark in color can also stain your teeth, like berries, pomegranates, and grapes. As a rule of thumb, if they can stain a white shirt, they can stain your teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maintain a Bright Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Choosing your foods and drinks wisely isn\u2019t the only component to maintaining your smile. Here are a few additional tips to keep your teeth their whitest:<\/p>\n\n\n\n