At A Clínica Dr. Pedro Mota there is a 'spa' that can treat stains on teeth
With the arrival of winter it is impossible to resist a cup of tea or a good hot chocolate accompanied by those delicious cookies that we keep religiously in the box. They are small, irresistible pleasures that can leave stains on your teeth and affect your smile.
In this article we will talk about foods that stain teeth and how to avoid and treat this problem, for example through regular oral hygiene consultations. Our clinic uses the latest Airflow technology – Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) – as a minimally invasive and predictable solution with maximum patient comfort. That is, a real ‘SPA’ for your teeth and gums!
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Main causes of tooth stains
Black tea, coffee, red wine or chocolate cookies: they all have something in common.
They contain pigments and acids that can seep into the enamel, creating visible stains that are difficult to remove. Even healthy options, such as berries or acai, can contribute to a less bright smile due to the natural pigments they contain.
Did you know that the acai berry contains anthocyanins, compounds responsible for the dark purple color of the fruit, which means they can become enemies of enamel, especially if you do not take care of your teeth and often do not have oral hygiene consultations.
Sugary foods are especially problematic, as they are rich in sugar and other ingredients that stick to the teeth. That is, they feed the biofilm – an invisible layer of bacteria and food scraps – which contributes to stains and even cavities.
Types of stains on teeth
With regard to this topic, we can divide dental stains into two large groups*:
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1. Extrinsic spots
Caused by external substances that stick to tooth enamel. Food and beverages such as coffee, tea, red wine, fruits like blueberries and beets, as well as dark sauces (e.g. soy sauce), are the main culprits. These foods contain pigmented substances called chromogens that stick to enamel. -
2. Intrinsic Stains
They occur when pigments penetrate the tooth and affect its internal structure, so these stains are generally more difficult to remove.
Treat yourself to a 'spa' for your teeth called GBT (Guided Biofilm Therapy).
Although we know that certain foods can cause stains on your teeth, it is not necessary to give them up. It is preferable to adopt a series of care to treat and prevent stains on the teeth.
Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is an innovative procedure that uses cutting-edge technology to remove biofilm and stains effectively and minimally invasive.
At A Clínica Dr. Pedro Mota it’s like a ‘spa’ for your mouth: relaxing, comfortable, and highly effective. It’s an innovative and revolutionary method that removes plaque through a flow of warm air, much more comfortable for the patient. In addition to lasting oral health, it provides a pleasant, comfortable, and painless experience that you can truly enjoy.
How does the treatment work?
- First apply a dye to the teeth to identify the biofilm.
- Then the Airflow® technology is used: a combination of air, water and soft powder that eliminates biofilm and surface stains.
- Finally, the teeth are polished, leaving them smooth, shiny and protected.
With this method, not only do the stains tend to disappear, but also the health of the gums improves.
Obviamente o resultado é um sorriso mais saudável e confiante, com a ajuda da tecnologia de ponta, combinado com uma abordagem delicada e eficaz.
And how to prevent stains on teeth?
Although GBT is effective, the results will always be better if you combine treatment with good daily habits such as:
- Higiene oral adequada sobretudo, após consumir alimentos ou bebidas que causam manchas.
- Brush your teeth regularly using the appropriate toothpaste and dental floss.
- Beber água após ingerir alimentos ou bebidas que tendencialmente provocam manchas ajuda a diluir e remover os pigmentos antes que se fixem nos dentes.
- Using straws to drink and ingest liquids in this way prevents direct contact with the teeth and decreases the possibility of spots.
- Regular oral hygiene consultations regularly visit the dentist for professional cleaning, helps remove stains that are not eliminated with these techniques we can introduce in daily life.
Although dental stains are a common problem, and it is difficult to eliminate the risk completely, there are effective strategies to reduce and control their incidence as we have seen throughout this article.
Prevention, oral hygiene and conscious eating habits will make all the difference and it is possible to avoid coffee and tea stains on teeth, in this season of the year conducive to their consumption, as in all others.
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