Some people are born with teeth that are
more yellow than others. Others have teeth that become yellow with age. Your
natural tooth colour can also be affected by other factors, such as:
Surface stains and discoloration can be
caused by:
- Tobacco use
- Drinking coffee, tea, &/or red wine
- Eating highly pigmented foods such as
cherries and blueberries
- Accumulation of tartar deposits
Internal stains can be caused by:
- Treatment with the antibiotic tetracycline
during the time when teeth are forming
- Yellowing or graying of the teeth as part
of the aging process
- Trauma to the teeth that may result in
the death of the tooth's nerve,
giving the tooth a brown, gray or black colour
- Ingesting too much fluoride when teeth are forming (from birth to age 16), which gives teeth a
"mottled" look
Whitening your teeth has become easier and
more effective then ever. Whitening can be done either in-office or at home.
Both methods use bleaching gels that oxidize out tooth stains. Sensitivity is a
common side-effect of tooth whitening, however normally those symptoms pass
within 24-48 hours.
For more information about teeth-whitening options, please contact our office to schedule your appointment with Dr.Jennifer Thomm at Great Lakes Dental.
For more information about teeth-whitening options, please contact our office to schedule your appointment with Dr.Jennifer Thomm at Great Lakes Dental.
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