Most people aspire to have a more attractive smile, and a great way
to accomplish that is by having a teeth whitening service done by our
office. Many people practice perfect oral hygiene, but that doesn’t
necessarily mean your smile will be stain free. Yellowing and staining
can happen due to several factors, but don't be discouraged, we can
help.
Causes of Teeth Staining
Smoking and tobacco:
This habit is not only unhealthy, but it is also bad for your teeth and
dental hygiene. It can cause oral cancer or other oral tissue sores, and
it can encourage periodontal disease. Smoking and tobacco use can also
stain your teeth with a yellow tinge.
Drinks and Food: Drinking
soda, tea, red wine, dark juices, and coffee can yellow your teeth
fairly quickly if you don’t brush your teeth right after you consume
them. Not only are these beverages mostly dark colored, but they are
also acidic which can soften your enamel and encourage stain wear. Many
healthy fruits and vegetables like beets, tomatoes, berries, cherries,
curry, and many other foods can actually stain your teeth when you eat
them. Don’t let this hinder you from enjoying healthy foods. Brush your
teeth following consumption or swish water in your mouth to help remove
stains before they set in. It can also be helpful to use a straw when
you drink dark colored or acidic beverages. Rich colored candies can
also stain your teeth. If it is staining your tongue, it is a good
indicator that it is also staining your teeth, just in a less obvious
way.
Poor Dental Hygiene: If you do not brush your teeth
adequately, you are not properly removing plaque, grime, and staining
substances.
Disease: Many diseases can discolor teeth as well as soften the enamel that protects your teeth.
Age:
As you age, your enamel becomes weaker than it once was. As your enamel
weakens, your teeth become more susceptible to staining.
Dental
Trauma: If you have had an accident that injured your tooth’s roots, it
can cause discoloration. An accident can also harm your dental enamel
which and make your teeth more likely to yellow.
These are not
the only reasons you have tooth staining and softening of dental enamel,
but these are a few of the more common causes. If you can avoid foods
and drinks (or brush your teeth after) and bad habits that cause
staining, your teeth will be more likely to remain a whiter shade. If
you would like immediate teeth whitening, we can help.
Our office
can offer you a variety of teeth whitening options that will lighten
your teeth to a whiter shade. Many people complain of teeth
sensitivities when they go through teeth whitening, but we have options
that don’t contain harsh chemicals. We also have special toothpaste that
you can use following whitening to relieve sensitivities and strengthen
dental enamel. Whatever your particular needs are, we can look over
your teeth and determine what the best teeth whitening options are for
you.