Dr. Kilimitzoglou on Healthy White Teeth and Wine
What to Know About Dental X-rays
By The Wave Agency
White teeth is a common goal of those who experience tooth discoloration, but it is also an aspect of life that can have just about anyone feeling confident and secure in their smile. However, as part of one’s average life, there are numerous roadblocks to healthy white teeth. One such roadblock are staining foods and liquids, in particular, wine.
e.s.i. Healthy Dentistry’s Dr. Kilimitzoglou has the information you need on the favorite alcoholic beverage, red wine. “Everyone who loves red wine knows that there are potential cardiovascular and digestive benefits. They also know that it can result in stained teeth … You would be surprised to know that there are new studies showing the polyphenols in red wine may actually help prevent dental decay and promote a healthy biome.”
The benefits of these polyphenols, according to a 2018 study from the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, are numerous. Mainly, polyphenol allows for your salivary glands to work in overdrive, providing overall oral health benefits, including lowering the risk of cavities and plaque.
The effects of polyphenol do not end at the teeth. “The interaction of the bacteria found in the gut and red wine polyphenols can act as a preventive measure in promoting oral health, protecting teeth and gums,” writes Dr. K.
On the topic of tooth whitening through use of specialized (though oftentimes expensive) toothpastes, there are many ways to get your teeth white again. Or at least, cleaner-looking in appearance, providing a strong boost to confidence among other benefits. What most do not know is how whitening toothpaste works. Often it takes a professional’s words to clarify these complex topics. Luckily, Dr. K has written at length about the nature of whitening toothpaste, “Some toothpastes whiten because they have an abrasive medium like silica. This is a safe material which acts like sand; it is fine little glass-like spheres, actually. By scrubbing this sandy, gritty material, we effectively remove some of the tough stains that get formed on the surface of our pearly whites.”
What is most important is consistency, speaking with your dentist, and figuring out a plan that works best for you.
Finding a trusted, experienced dental team can be tough, but the team at e.s.i. Healthy Dentistry has you covered. Schedule an appointment today, and find your way to your best possible smile!
