Get your Smile Summer Ready with these 4 Tips

With summer just around the corner, there’s never been a better time to put your best smile forward. Here in Tarpon Springs, Dr. Kontos and his team want to help you feel comfortable and confident in your smile. Check out these 4 tips for improving your smile right at home!

1. Start with the Basics
   A beautiful smile is a healthy smile. Brushing, flossing, and using an alcohol-free mouthwash twice a day are important foundations to getting that strong, bright smile that you’ve always wanted. Even more importantly, keeping up with daily oral hygiene helps reduce the risk of decay and gum disease, keeping your smile healthy and white between visits to Dr. Kontos.

2. Manage your Diet & Drinks
   Did you know that your diet can also play a role in the health & aesthetics of your smile? Not only can dark colored drinks (think teas, colas, and red wine) dull your smile, but high sugar, highly-acidic foods can leave behind debris and bacteria which slowly eat away at dental enamel. When combined with poor oral hygiene, this leaves people vulnerable to cavities, infection, and more. To avoid these issues, be sure to drink plenty of water and incorporate lots of crunchy fruits & vegetables into your diet.

3. Try a DIY Scrub
   To give your smile an extra boost, try one of the many DIY teeth whitening scrubs available online. Some of our personal favorites include a strawberry paste & baking soda mix and oil pulling. Just remember to be careful – since these are DIY whitening solutions, try to avoid using these treatments on a daily basis.  To protect your smile, be sure to follow the directions and check the sources providing these suggested recipes.

4. When in Doubt, Ask a Pro
   If you feel like your smile isn’t as bright or as beautiful as you’d prefer, it’s time to bring in the experts. Following a full dental exam, our Tarpon Springs dentist can help you identify the parts of your smile that make you feel self-conscious then help you explore your treatment options. Whether that means undergoing a quick teeth bleaching treatment or placing veneers, Dr. Kontos offers a wide array of cosmetic and restorative treatment options.

If you’re ready for a brighter, more beautiful smile, don’t hesitate. Our Tarpon Springs dental team is here and ready to help you get summer ready smile. Call today and schedule your next dental consultation with Dr. Kontos today!