What Causes Stained Teeth?
There are many things we do every day that can cause our teeth to become stained and discolored. And over time, the problem can grow worse. Below are the most common causes of tooth discoloration.
In most circumstances, teeth whiteners can help brighten stained teeth, regardless of the cause. IvoryWhite has been proven to provide professional teeth whitening results at home in an easy three-step system.
- Foods
- Foods and beverages that can stain your teeth are curries, soy sauce, berries, black tea, coffee, red wines, colas and red fruit juices. Keep in mind that acidic foods and beverages or extreme changes of hot and cold can cause teeth pores to expand, which also may allow stains to penetrate.
- Tobacco
- Other than serious health complications, using tobacco products almost always causes yellowed and stained teeth. Cigarettes, cigars, pipes and chew are the most common uses of tobacco, and all will stain teeth with continued use.
- Medications
- If used in excess, fluoride can cause tooth discoloration in children, as can tetracycline and derivative compounds of tetracycline such as minocycline and doxycycline. Minocycline has also been reported to cause teeth discoloration in adults.
- Water
- If a significant amount of water that contains high levels of fluoride is ingested, brownish stains on teeth may appear. This is especially true for those who drink water with high levels of fluoride during childhood.
- Other
- Aging, tooth decay and tooth trauma are also common causes of discoloration. (NOTE: While teeth whiteners can be effective on "aging" smiles, we strongly recommend seeing your dentist immediately if you suspect tooth decay or trauma.)
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