Everybody wants to have bright and white teeth. But unfortunately, the problem of teeth discoloration and teeth staining has become very common. Dr. Peter Engelsberg of Midtown Dental Center in Sarasota Florida discusses the most common causes of teeth discoloration and teeth staining:
- Excessive consumption of particular drinks and foods cause teeth staining. These include tea, wines, colas, potatoes, apples, etc.
- Consumption of tobacco. This means smoking and chewing tobacco can stain the teeth. Nicotine can leave brownish deposits on the teeth. These deposits are very unsightly and affect the personality of the individual.
- Poor oral health due to insufficient brushing and flossing the teeth. Food particles, dental plaque and stain-causing substances on the teeth have to be removed frequently by brushing and flossing the teeth and the failure to do so will cause the staining of the teeth.
- Particular diseases affect the enamel of the teeth and cause teeth staining. Tooth enamel is the outer layer of a tooth. For instance, sometimes certain infections in pregnant women can make their teeth discolored.
- Certain medications have the side-effect of causing teeth discoloration. For instance, tetracycline and doxycycline are antibiotics which are well-known for discoloring the teeth of children before the age of 18. Medications for high blood pressure can also discolor the teeth.
- Advancing age. There is a correlation between tooth color and your age. With the increasing age our teeth wear and
tear and this affects the color of our teeth. Moreover, stains tend to accumulate. - Trauma, like a fall or a hard blow can disturb the formation of the enamel of the tooth can lead to teeth discoloration
- Excessive fluoride can discolor the teeth. Fluoride can be provided to the teeth through fluoridated water, or using dental products containing fluoride like toothpaste, fluoride supplements. Fluoride is good for oral health, but if it taken excessively then it can discolor the teeth.
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental procedure that involves using a peroxide-based bleaching chemical with varying strengths of from 3-30% peroxide. Higher chemical concentration means greater whitening power, but it is important to keep in mind that a higher concentration of peroxide also increases the potential for side effects including teeth sensitivity and damage to sensitive tissues in your mouth. Your cosmetic dentist knows the right amount of chemical concentration for your specific needs.
Whitening your teeth allows you to achieve a bright, sparkling smile that gives you back a sense of energy, vibrancy and confidence. Dr. Peter Engelsberg at Midtown Dental Care, your Sarasota Florida cosmetic dentist, can take years off your smile with professional teeth whitening treatment. Make the appointment today by getting in touch with your trusted cosmetic dentist.
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