Thanks to its high caffeine content, coffee is a wonder drug for sleepy people who have to wake up and have enough energy to accomplish their countless daily tasks. Unfortunately, coffee is also one of the biggest causes of teeth stains. And a study found that people with whiter teeth have an advantage in social situations and in business, too. The good news is that you can enjoy your morning coffee without sacrificing your pearly whites. All you have to do is follow the tips below.

Drink Coffee Through a Straw

Because coffee has to come in direct contact with your teeth in order to stain them, one of the best ways to prevent coffee stains is by simply drinking your morning brew through a straw. Iced coffee beverages, such as Frappuccinos, are perfect for drinking with straws.

If you love your coffee hot, be sure to drink your brew through BPA-free straws. Otherwise, the hot coffee could become contaminated with BPA as it goes through the straw, and there are some health concerns associated with consuming too much BPA.

Rinse or Brush After Drinking Coffee

Rinsing or brushing your teeth after drinking coffee is important for preventing stains. Even if you're on a tight schedule, it only takes a few seconds to rinse your mouth out with water.

Use a whitening mouth rinse instead of water when you can. And if you have even more free time available, brush your teeth with toothpaste containing hydrogen peroxide, which is a strong whitening agent. This simple step will help to prevent new stains from occurring while also proactively whitening your pearly whites at the same time.

Fight Coffee Stains With Baking Soda

If you have sensitive teeth, you'll likely notice that many commercial whitening toothpastes cause you discomfort. Fortunately, there are whitening toothpastes designed specifically for sensitive teeth. These products tend to use baking soda as a whitening agent. To save money, you can simply put a pinch of baking soda on your toothbrush and rub a tiny bit of water into the powder with your fingers. This will create a thin paste that can be used to brush away stains on your teeth.

As a coffee lover, you have to work harder than others to keep your pearly whites in top shape. Follow the above tips to whiten your teeth and maintain their brightness in the future. For more information, contact local professionals like Dental Care Of Scottsburg - Randol O Woolbright Jr DDS.