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Everybody wants white, bright, and beautiful teeth. But for most of us, our teeth seem to be getting more stains or discoloration each year, turning darker and darker. Why is this? What can you do to brighten up your smile? This blog post provides practical information about tooth discoloration and teeth whitening<\/a> that can get you on the road to the glowing, confident grin you have always wanted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Common Causes of Tooth Discoloration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dietary Habits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Drinks<\/a> like coffee, tea, colas, and wine can stain your teeth and make them more yellow over time. Foods like chocolate, colorful candies, and soy sauce can do the same. Even dark-colored berries and vegetables can stain your teeth, so staining isn\u2019t necessarily a matter of nutritious foods versus non-nutritious foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tobacco Use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tobacco can heavily stain your teeth. Smoking cigarettes, pipes, cigars, or chewing tobacco can cause tooth discoloration due to the nicotine and tar in tobacco products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poor Oral Hygiene<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Not brushing or flossing enough to remove plaque and stain-producing substances or missing your bi-yearly teeth cleanings with your dental hygienist can lead to tooth discoloration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medical Conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some medical conditions can cause tooth discoloration<\/a>, including liver disease, celiac disease, calcium deficiency, and eating disorders. Trauma or diseases that affect enamel development in children can also lead to discoloration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medical Treatments and Medications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Medical treatments and medications can lead to tooth discoloration. For example, antibiotics containing tetracycline, mouth rinses containing chlorhexidine, antihistamines, high blood pressure drugs, and antipsychotic drugs can all cause tooth discoloration. Chemotherapy and some radiation therapies<\/a> can also cause discoloration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fluorosis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While fluoride is important in strengthening and protecting tooth enamel, excessive fluoride in your early years can cause dental fluorosis<\/a>, which usually occurs in the form of white marks or lines on the teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aging and Genetics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As you age, the enamel on your teeth wears away, and teeth can become more brittle, which leads to discoloration and staining. Also, years of eating and drinking stain-producing foods and drinks will inevitably have an effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Genetics also play a role in natural tooth color, translucency, and brightness, so you may just naturally have yellower teeth, or teeth that are more susceptible to stains and discoloration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preventing Teeth Discoloration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To prevent teeth discoloration, as well as other negative consequences, it\u2019s best to avoid tobacco. And while avoiding foods and drinks that cause discoloration can help tremendously, drinking with a straw can also help prevent visible stains, so it\u2019s a good workaround if you have no desire to live a coffee-free or wine-free life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dentistry Today<\/a> recommends you brush your teeth three times a day for two minutes, floss regularly, and brush your teeth at least 30 minutes after drinking stain-causing drinks. It\u2019s also important to visit the dental hygienist every 6 months for regular teeth cleanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teeth Whitening Solutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You may be at a point where you\u2019re already unhappy with the color of your teeth. The good news is there are products and procedures you can do to whiten your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n