The White Diet

What to Avoid

• Coffee – we understand that this may be a hard one to cut out entirely. If you need some to get through the day, then add milk to help reduce the staining effect. Also, limit the amount you drink to no more than two cups as studies show staining increases the more cups you drink.
• Tea – dark tea is worse for your teeth’s color than coffee. Again, if you can’t fight the craving then follow the same advice as above.
• Wine – red wine’s acidity and dark colors make it a high-risk drink. While white wine can’t stain your teeth itself, the acidity weakens your enamel increasing your vulnerability to other staining foods.
• Fizzy Drinks – acidic and full of coloring, avoid these drinks entirely if possible.
• Fruit Juices – avoid these drinks because of their high acidity.
• Dark condiments – soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, even tomato sauce all carry risks for their color and acidity.
• Dark Fruits – same as above, try to avoid fruits such as blackberries.
• Curry – if you’ve seen how curry stains your pots and pans just think of what it will do to your teeth. Avoid this food after treatment to be safe.
• Sweets and Chocolate – think of the color of your tongue after eating some sweets. Your teeth are at risk from staining in the exact same way.
• Tobacco – ‘smoker’s teeth’ is a common expression for a good reason. We highly recommend avoiding smoking after your procedure so try to use nicotine patches and other products to help you fight the craving.