The dentist at Garden Family Dental is the finest at recognizing how many of their clients really want to have a whiter, more radiant smile. Unwanted yellowing of your teeth can be professionally treated, regardless of whether you simply seem genetically predisposed to developing tooth stains (which can happen), you were a smoker in the past, or you enjoy foods and beverages like coffee, red wine, or kinds of pasta with red sauce that are known to stain.

The doctor and staff at Garden Family Dental employ the finest in teeth whitening equipment and technology in our offices, offering both in-office and take-home treatment options.

"How long will my teeth stay white?" This is probably the most frequent query from people who have had their teeth whitened. Unfortunately, there isn't a universally applicable response to this query. There are a number of circumstances that could make you need maintenance treatments sooner rather than later, even if the Philips Zoom system's power may allow you to have teeth that are up to 8 shades whiter for as long as 12 to 24 months. These primarily consist of:

• Smoking

You are already aware of how awful smoking is for you. We won't lecture you about it. But when it comes to the appearance of your teeth, we'll warn you that if you're going to spend money on teeth whitening, you should make sure you've given up the habit permanently before you book a session. Our dentist wants you to receive the greatest results for your money and the nicotine and tar in cigarettes easily stain teeth which will in turn affect how long your teeth will remain white.

• Consuming Beverages that are known to Stain your teeth

We consume so many delicious drinks that discolour our teeth. Red wine, sodas, tea, and coffee are just a few of these. If you simply can't live without your favourite beverage but it stains your teeth, you'll probably need teeth whitening procedures more frequently.

• Eating foods like Pasta with red sauce or the like which is known to stain your teeth.

We are aware that this is challenging because pasta is so delicious! However, even after a professional whitening session using the finest technology will not stand a chance against that delicious marinara that can discolour your teeth again. If you indulge in these meals, be sure to brush your teeth as soon as you are finished eating to minimise the possibility of staining your newly whitened teeth.

• Genetics

It is really very unfortunate, but some people just have a genetic propensity for developing stains on their teeth. If you don't smoke, don't eat or drink anything that stains, but yet notice that your teeth yellow easily, you should be aware that your results could not last as long as those of other patients.

We would like to help you sustaining your whitened teeth for as long as possible. Here are a few ideas you can adopt to help with retaining a sparkling smile between treatments. Even though teeth whitening sessions don't last forever, there are a few straightforward habits you may adopt to prolong their effects. Some of these consist of:

• Maintaining good dental hygiene, which entails using an antimicrobial mouthwash once daily, flossing once daily, and brushing your teeth two times per day.

• You can periodically whiten your teeth at home by asking our Dentist for a take-home whitening treatment.

• In between whitening sessions, apply something like the Philips Zoom Whitening Pen to any stains you notice developing.

• Replacing your toothbrush with something like Philips Zoom Sonicare DiamondClean electric toothbrush for example.

Inform yourself about Teeth Whitening by going to the right place and consulting a dentist. To make sure you are a good candidate for teeth whitening, you must be examined by a dentist before you can start whiten your teeth, either during a session in our office or at home.

Call our Garden Grove office right now at 714- 638-9370 to make an appointment.