Go to the dentist. You should have check ups at least once a year but most dentists recommend going every six months. They will clean out your mouth better than you could. They also let you know if you have cavities or other more serious problems that can lead to more pain in the mouth. could. They also let you know if you have cavities or other more serious problems that can lead to more pain in the mouth. You need to take care of these things, they can get serious. You also don't want to lose your teeth when you are only 40 years old.

Brushing your teeth everyday won't always help to keep them their brightest. If you want to keep your teeth bright, visit your dentist. They have lots of different whitening options. They can be expensive, but they also offer at home kits that you wear for a couple hours a day or overnight. Check with your dentist if you want a dramatic change.

At home kits that you can buy over the counter are good too. Not all are for the teeth but two are great. The Crest Whitestrips Premium are probably the best. You have to wear them twice a day for 30 minutes each time. If you want a kit at home that is more convenient you can use the GoSmile gel. You scrub it on your teeth and leave it on. You don't have to rinse it off.

If you are going to whiten your teeth. Buy a shade guide. You can get a free one with Arm and Hammer toothpaste but they are also available in the toothpaste aisle. They will help you see what color your other teeth are, or you can mark where you started and where you want to end up. You don't want to whiten your teeth and then have a bunch of different colors of teeth, so use the guide.

Keep your teeth healthy. Brush them. Floss and use mouthwash too. Have regular checkups and whiten them if you want. It is a vital part of your body. If you don't keep it up, eventually you will regret it and you will start to see parts deteriorate.