{"id":518,"date":"2016-06-01T14:22:32","date_gmt":"2016-06-01T14:22:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/?p=518"},"modified":"2016-06-08T14:28:28","modified_gmt":"2016-06-08T14:28:28","slug":"why-teeth-change-color-and-what-you-can-do-about-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/why-teeth-change-color-and-what-you-can-do-about-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Teeth Change Color (And What You Can Do About It)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-471 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/iStock_000057859070_Small-227x300.jpg\" alt=\"teeth whitening in waco\" width=\"227\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/iStock_000057859070_Small-227x300.jpg 227w, https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/iStock_000057859070_Small.jpg 603w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 227px) 100vw, 227px\" \/>When you ask most people what they\u2019d like to improve about their smile, the answer is the color of their teeth. Over time, teeth naturally darken as a result of food, beverages, and certain habits. It\u2019s not surprising that teeth whitening is becoming one of the most popular treatments you find in the dentist\u2019s office today &#8212; and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/tour-our-office.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Rick Cofer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers professional teeth whitening for all of Waco. Learn what\u2019s causing your teeth to change color, and ways you can prevent their staining for a whiter smile, naturally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What You Eat Affects the Color of Teeth<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You know how your teeth look after biting into a ripe, juicy berry (or after a glass of your favorite red wine)? Even though the staining may appear to wash away after a little while, it\u2019s not temporary. Over time, frequent exposure to highly pigmented foods leads to more permanent changes in tooth color. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common offenders affecting the shade of your smile include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ripe, dark berries (think blueberries, blackberries, and cherries)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red wine and dark beers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pasta sauce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coffee and black tea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dark chocolate<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rinsing your mouth with water or brushing your teeth after consuming these items can help to remove stain-causing pigments for whiter teeth. Additionally, snacking on a piece of cheese or downing a glass of milk can also create a protective barrier against the stuff that creates stains. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improving Habits for a Whiter (And Healthier) Smile<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to what you eat, certain lifestyle habits can lead to teeth that look darker than you\u2019d like. If you\u2019re not brushing your teeth and flossing consistently, it\u2019s likely that plaque and tartar buildup are causing your teeth to appear yellow. Improving your dental hygiene habits at home and visiting your dentist every six months for a checkup and cleaning will help to reduce this buildup for a whiter, brighter (and healthier) smile.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tobacco users should also be aware of the impact the habit has on the appearance of their teeth, as well as their overall oral health. Smoking and other forms of the substance yellow the teeth over time, and are also a major cause of serious health conditions like gum disease, tooth loss, and oral cancer. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where to Find Teeth Whitening in Waco<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re ready to dramatically improve the appearance of your smile with professional teeth whitening, don\u2019t wait to contact your dentist in Waco. At Premier Family Dental, Dr. Cofer offers in-office and at-home treatments to allow you to whiten at the pace you\u2019re most comfortable with. Professional teeth whitening near Lorena is safe, effective, and offers results that last for far longer than what you\u2019ll get over the counter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/contact.html#appointment-form\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Request your appointment online today!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you ask most people what they\u2019d like to improve about their smile, the answer is the color of their teeth. Over time, teeth naturally darken as a result of food, beverages, and certain habits. 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