Dental Darkening: What Causes Stained Teeth?

May 6, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — dr_carmen @ 7:46 pm
Before/after shot of teeth that were stained and then whitened

Did you know that an estimated 48% of adults have reported that a person’s smile is the first thing they notice when meeting someone new? That means almost half of the people you come across believe that clean, healthy teeth are more attractive than flawed or tinted ones. If your grin is more brown or yellow, it’s natural to feel self-conscious and want to make a change.

Before you can decide on an appropriate cosmetic dental service, however, you must first understand what caused the discoloration to know the best way to resolve it. Extrinsic stains exist on the enamel of your pearly whites and can usually be bleached away. However, intrinsic stains that originate below the surface won’t be impacted by topical treatment.

If you’re frustrated by tarnished teeth, keep reading to learn 3 potential causes and what you can do to enhance your appearance!

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