What do you call a dentist who doesn’t like tea?
Why, Denis, of course.
Joking aside, a common concern for Bayonne patients can be stained teeth. I’m Dr. Frederick Hecht of Staten Island Dental Care. Today, let’s talk a little bit about a common cause of tooth staining: dark beverages, including tea.
Over time, tea can stain the plaque that may eventually turn into tartar. Plaque can be brushed and flossed away with thorough daily oral cleaning rituals. Tartar (which forms if the plaque remains on the teeth for over 24 hours), on the other hand, will need to be removed in-office during a teeth cleaning appointment.
Either way, between cleanings a wise method for avoiding tea staining is to rinse with water after drinking tea or to eat something and then to be sure to brush and floss all surfaces of the teeth at the end of the day.
If the color of your teeth is still unsatisfactory after a professional cleaning, consider teeth whitening as an option. Our other services include:
Porcelain crowns
Sedation dentistry
Porcelain veneers
Root canals
Cosmetic dentistry
The cost of living is going up in Bayonne, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. Come in, NYC, and let us share our competitive pricing, financial options, and superb service with you. Cosmetic dentistry may be less pricey than you think.
Our specialty is sedation dentistry. A popular service in our office is restorative dentistry. We would love to do dental implants if that appeals to you.
Now you know that tea doesn’t have to stain teeth permanently. What’s your next question?
Fredrick S. Hecht
Frederick Hecht
Staten Island Dental Care
1520 Richmond Ave
818-781-3411
