Stained Teeth

Teeth may become stained or discoloured due to various factors:

• External factors: Superficial stains are often caused by highly pigmented foods, beverages, or tobacco smoke. Treatment options include air polishing, microabrasion techniques, and peroxide whitening. Avoiding excessive consumption of staining agents like certain foods, drinks, or smoking can help prevent stain buildup.
• Internal factors: Darker shade of dentin, the inner part of the tooth, can result from issues such as leaky amalgam restorations, post-root canal treatment, fluoride overexposure, infant antibiotic use, tooth trauma, or rare genetic conditions like dentinogenesis imperfecta. Treatment typically involves a combination of bleaching and cosmetic coverage such as veneers or crowns.
• Age-related factors: External and internal factors combined contribute to age-related discolouration. As enamel thins with age, yellow dentin becomes more visible. Years of dietary habits, beverage consumption, and smoking also contribute to gradual tooth discolouration.

Treatment options for stained teeth are plentiful. Maintaining good dental hygiene, including twice-daily brushing and daily flossing, can promote healthy teeth and diminish staining. Reducing consumption of stain-causing foods and beverages helps slow down discolouration. Regular dental whitening treatments can enhance tooth brightness. Age-related discolouration may require comprehensive treatments like full-mouth rehabilitation to restore the youthful appearance of teeth.

Without intervention, teeth will continue to discolour over time, potentially affecting self-confidence and social interactions. Contact our team at Alira Smiles Dental to explore tailored solutions that align with your budget and aspirations for a radiant smile!