{"id":109,"date":"2022-12-23T20:47:08","date_gmt":"2022-12-23T20:47:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carrollbutlerdds.com\/blog\/?p=109"},"modified":"2022-12-23T20:47:09","modified_gmt":"2022-12-23T20:47:09","slug":"types-of-tooth-stains-and-how-dentists-can-help","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carrollbutlerdds.com\/blog\/types-of-tooth-stains-and-how-dentists-can-help\/","title":{"rendered":"The 3 Types of Tooth Stains & How Your Dentist Can Help Get Rid of Them!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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When it comes to your smile, your pearly whites are the most important part! A bright and healthy one can make a lasting impression on people and add to your self-confidence. Unfortunately, stains on your teeth may make affect your appearance and make you feel hesitant to flash a grin at others. The good news is that most discoloration can be fixed to reveal whiter teeth! Read on to learn about the three types of tooth stains and how you can achieve a beautiful, confident smile<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The\nThree Types of Tooth Stains <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yellowed and discolored teeth can be caused by a few\nreasons. The following are the different types and what causes them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Extrinsic\n(Surface) Stains: <\/strong>These stains are caused by the buildup of plaque and\ntartar on the enamel. This most commonly happens if you tend to drink dark\nbeverages (like coffee or tea), sticky dark foods (blueberries, blackberry jam,\netc.), or if you use tobacco products.<\/li>
  2.  Intrinsic (Deeper) Stains<\/strong>: Occurring\nfrom within the teeth, intrinsic stains are more difficult to address or remove\nwith over-the-counter whitening products. These stains usually appear grayish\nand are caused by certain medications, tooth damage or decay, genetics, and\neven excessive fluoride.  <\/li>
  3. Natural\nAging<\/strong>: As time progresses, your teeth can begin to yellow as your enamel\nweakens and exposes dentin, which is naturally darker than enamel. Certain\nhabits like continuous coffee consumption or an inconsistent dental routine can\nalso diminish the brightness of your teeth over time. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    How Can Your Dentist Help? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Luckily, there are so many current treatments\nto help you get the luminous smile of your dreams! Your dentist can help\ncorrect both types of teeth staining with a variety of treatments such as: <\/p>\n\n\n\n