Are your teeth also turning yellow? You might think that we brush our teeth every day. You don’t even eat or drink anything like that, then why are your teeth turning yellow? A dentist has explained the reason for this. He said that if you are making this mistake while brushing, then rest assured that your teeth will remain yellow. Are you also making the same mistake?
According to the Mirror report, Dr. Ferakh Hamid of Aesthetic Dental Care pointed out the mistake due to which teeth turn yellow. He said, before starting brushing we should wet our toothbrush. Most people would do this, but its benefits are many. With this, the paste easily spreads to all your teeth and cleaning becomes easier. Second, when you wet the bristles, they become soft and do not harm the gums.
Do not eat acidic foods before brushing.
But most importantly, if you have eaten any acidic food before brushing, then be assured that it will take away your smile. No matter how much you brush, it does not clean your teeth properly and later leaves it yellow. Because brushing immediately after eating acidic foods can wear away the enamel of your teeth. This exposes the yellow layer below and your teeth start appearing more yellow. Due to these, a layer gets deposited on the teeth, due to which they start getting damaged.
Acid softens the enamel
The doctor told that any kind of acid softens the enamel, due to which the teeth can become sensitive. Their color may change. To avoid this, never brush after eating acidic foods. If you eat, wait at least half an hour before brushing to ensure that your enamel remains strong. Brush your teeth and gums gently for two minutes twice a day. Use mouthwash regularly. This will save you from going to the dentist. Be sure to clean your tongue every day. This will reduce the risk of spreading the infection.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: May 2, 2024, 10:20 IST
