A white smile is one of the first things people notice, but some everyday foods and drinks can work against you. Luckily, you don’t have to give them up. With the right habits (and a little whitening help), you can enjoy what you love and keep your teeth looking their best.
1. Coffee and Tea ☕
Both coffee and tea contain tannins, compounds that make it easier for dark pigments to stick to enamel. That’s why even one cup a day can slowly cause yellowing.
The American Dental Association confirms that coffee and tea are among the biggest dietary contributors to stained teeth.
https://www.ada.org/resources/ada-library/oral-health-topics/beverages
How to Fight It: Rinse with water after sipping, and add a whitening step to your daily routine. Remi’s Whitening Foam helps lift stains before they settle and doubles as a cleaner for your night guard.
2. Red Wine 🍷
Red wine’s dark pigments (chromogens) and acidity make it a tough stain culprit.
How to Fight It: Pair wine with cheese or other calcium-rich snacks to strengthen enamel. End the night with a quick use of whitening foam or whitening gel to keep pigments from settling.
3. Berries 🫐
Blueberries, blackberries, and cherries are rich in antioxidants but can leave deep stains on enamel. Even smoothies and juices have the same effect.
How to Fight It: Rinse your mouth with water after eating, and brush later in the day. For stubborn berry stains, Remi’s Whitening Gel delivers dentist-grade results at home.
4. Tomato Sauces 🍝
From pasta to pizza, tomato-based sauces are both acidic and pigmented, making them prime suspects for stains.
Research shows that acidic foods can soften enamel, increasing the risk of staining from other foods and drinks source.
How to Fight It: Start with a salad or leafy greens to create a protective barrier. Keep up with whitening treatments weekly to counter long-term discoloration.
5. Dark Sodas and Sports Drinks 🥤
Colas and many sports drinks are packed with dyes and acids that darken enamel over time.
How to Fight It: Use a straw to limit contact with your teeth and stick to water when possible. A nightly routine with Remi’s Whitening Foam helps prevent staining from sugary drinks.
Keep Your Smile Bright ✨
You don’t have to give up your favorite foods or drinks. With simple rinsing habits, mindful eating, and the right whitening products, your smile can stay bright.
At Remi, we make it simple:
Night Guard Cleaning + Teeth Whitening Foam: Daily cleaner + whitener for your night guard and teeth.
Teeth Whitening Gel: Deep whitening for stubborn stains from coffee, wine, and more.
