Smoking can really discolor your teeth, in fact smokers have a much higher rate of moderately and severely discolored teeth than non-smokers. Tobacco causes yellow stains which are difficult to take off with brushing alone. This is because the nicotine and tar in a cigarette works its way into the small openings in the enamel of your teeth. In order to keep your teeth white while smoking, you will need to be very proactive about teeth cleaning as well as working on eliminating staining that is already established.
Brush your teeth. Although this is important for everyone's dental health, tooth brushing is especially important for keeping a smoker's teeth white. Brush your teeth twice to three times a day, being sure to brush for at least two minutes each time. Use a whitening toothpaste if you would like to get an extra level of whitening action.
Smokers tend to have poorer oral health and a higher risk of periodontal disease, so it's important to focus on keeping your mouth healthy. In addition to reducing the risk of problems in your mouth, like gum disease, brushing will whiten your smile.
Consider using a special smoker's toothpaste. There are special toothpastes for smokers. These toothpastes contain more abrasive ingredients, such as baking soda or alumina than normal toothpastes. This helps to get at the tar and nicotine embedded in the teeth.
Use anti-tar mouthwash for smokers. There are specialty mouthwash products that are made to reduce the amount of tar and chemicals in your mouth after smoking. They are made to be used after each time you smoke.
Floss your teeth. It's important to floss your teeth before you sleep or after brushing. In addition to improving your general oral health, it will also help to remove nicotine and tar from your teeth. This will decrease the risk of staining in the areas between teeth.
Go to the dentist regularly. If you are a smoker you should schedule dentist appointments more often than if you didn't smoke. Consult with your dentist about how often he or she thinks you should come in.
Clean your teeth with baking soda. It may sound or taste weird, but for the sake of white teeth, you should try it. Brushing with baking soda will make a visible difference in the whiteness of your teeth.
Use a combination of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide. Just add a few drops of hydrogen peroxide to baking soda until it creates a paste. Then use the paste as you would commercial toothpaste. The addition of hydrogen peroxide whitens your teeth even more than baking soda alone.
Use over-the-counter oral whitening products. The simplest to use is whitening toothpaste, as it can be used like normal toothpaste. However, there are a wide variety of other teeth whitening products. They usually come in the form of teeth whitening gels, strips, or bleaches that are applied with teeth trays. These products are very effective for getting rid of smoking stains.
Try products you have in your home for teeth whitening. There are a variety of natural products that are said to whiten teeth. These include banana peels, strawberries, and apple cider vinegar. You can even swish coconut oil around in your teeth.
Get a professional teeth whitening. This is a very effective way to get rid of stains. A cosmetic cleaning can get out more staining than your normal dental cleaning. This can be done between your regular dental cleanings, but should not be used as a replacement for them.
Quit smoking. This is the most effective way of eliminating staining from smoking but it is by no means the easiest. If you stop smoking, the staining caused by the nicotine and tar staining should fade over time.
Is it dangerous to my health to smoke 2-3 cigarettes a day?
Yes. It is not as harmful as smoking a pack a day, but any amount of smoking will be hazardous to your health.
What should I do if I want to quit smoking?
See your doctor or talk to your pharmacist. They can explain to you the ways to stop, and what medical aids might be available.
Will Medicaid cover prescriptions for quitting smoking?
Yes, it certainly does. There are a few options as well, such as patches, gum, lozenges, and nasal mist.
To keep your teeth white while smoking, try brushing your teeth with baking soda, which can make your teeth whiter and help counteract the effect that smoking has on them. You can also mix some hydrogen peroxide or mashed-up strawberries with the baking soda for even more whitening power. You should also try to brush your teeth right after you smoke so the tar doesn't sit on them and stain them. Also, consider using mouthwash and toothpaste designed specifically for smokers, which can help prevent staining.
"I am so glad that this plan worked, thanks a lot, I even realize that."
"Baking soda is very good, thanks. "