DOdrink coffee with milk.
The combo creates achemical reactionthat may protect teeth.
DON’Tdrink white wine and then a cup of tea or coffee.
White wine is acidic, making your teeth more susceptible to stains after you drink a glass.
(Swish or drink water instead!)
DOeat dairy.
Bonus: Hard cheeses canhelp remove food particlesleft on teeth.
DON’Toverdo it on sports drinks.
DOtry sheer lipsticks.
Sheer pinks that have a hydrating, see-through gloss with a hint of berry tint willcounteract subtle yellowing.
If you want bolder shades, go for blue-based colors likebubble gum or fuchsia.
DON’Tchoose a nude lipstick.
If you’re already self-conscious about your teeth,don’t pick a nude.
It’ll just make yellow teeth look more yellow.
DOlook for a fluoride toothpaste.
It’llstrengthen teeth, and gentle grittiness (like clay or silica) will buff away surface debris.
DON’Tbrush your teeth right after drinking a staining agent.
The acid in drinks will soften teeth and immediate brushing will increase wear.
Instead, swish or drink water.
DOchoose clear vodka over red wine.
It’s less likely to stain teeth, says Dr. Wolff.
Don’t deprive yourself if you love a good class of Cab!
Just swish or drink water after each glass.
The bleaching agent in at-home kits can strip teeth of their natural color, actually making them look gray.
