Why Are My Teeth Stained?

womancoveringfaceYou may look in the mirror and discover that your smile isn’t as vibrant as it once was. When you see photographs of yourself, darkened teeth in your smile may leave you feeling shocked and a little bit embarrassed. Before you make any assumptions about what’s going on, we encourage you to consider a variety of reasons for discoloration (which is quite a common concern). Then, of course, when you’re ready for a brighter grin, contact us for the safe, professional cosmetic treatment you need.

It Might Be Staining Foods

Certain foods are packed with pigments. You’ll know them by how easily they stain a white tablecloth! Red wine or berries, for instance, chocolate and red sauces, coffee and tea. If it’s deeply pigmented and you consume it quite often, stains may become the result. Don’t worry! Cosmetic treatment will help.

It Could Be Tobacco

Tobacco is not only bad for your overall health and oral health but it will also stain your teeth. If you’re a smoker or use other forms of tobacco, this may be the culprit.

It’s Often Just Natural Wear And Tear

Your teeth do quite a lot on your behalf on a daily basis. As a result, some natural wear and tear is completely normal over time. As you age, you may discover that your smile appears less vibrant, a bit yellowed, or darker. We can address stains with cosmetic treatment.

Trauma Or Medication Can Cause Deep Stains

Sometimes, your teeth can end up with staining as the result of a tooth trauma that discolors the tooth from within. In other instances, medications like tetracycline can leave your teeth with difficult to treat stains that you cannot erase with a brush or traditional teeth whitening (don’t worry, we can help with other treatments).

ABOUT YOUR SPRINGFIELD, OH DENTIST:

Dr. Afshan Ahmed and the team at North Spring Dental welcome you and your family to a different kind of dental care experience. Our practice is one in which you can rest assured that you will enjoy a relaxing, personalized visit. To find out more about our comprehensive general, orthodontic, and family dentistry services, call our dental office in Springfield, OH today at 937-399-3800.