Yellow teeth

The causes of yellow teeth are often linked to repeated attacks on the enamel. Dental enamel is one of the most brittle substances in the teeth. Consuming acidic foods thins the enamel and promotes the appearance of yellow teeth. The yellow color of teeth comes from food coloring that has penetrated the enamel and accumulated in microcracks.

Here is a list of products that cause yellow teeth:

• tobacco use
• consumption of tea, coffee, and sodas
• all types of acidic beverages
• red wine

With the natural aging of teeth, these cumulative factors accelerate the yellowing process.
Underneath the enamel is the dentin. This inner layer of the tooth is naturally more yellow. With age, the dentin becomes thicker and more visible, which can give teeth a yellowish tint.

In children, teeth quickly turn yellow due to excessive consumption of colored drinks. In addition to the unsightly appearance of yellow teeth, this can drastically affect their oral health.
Also, too much fluoride during childhood can cause dental fluorosis and quickly turn teeth yellow. Fluoride leaves yellow or brown spots on teeth due to enamel damage.

To combat yellow teeth, it is recommended that you take care of your oral health by consulting a dentist. Regular oral care reduces the risk of yellow teeth.
After a thorough examination, the dentist may perform a scaling and polishing of the teeth. Frequent scaling combats the accumulation of plaque on the gums. This involves removing the calcified plaque that covers the teeth and then removing the yellow stains on the tooth enamel.
To treat yellow teeth, it is also possible to use teeth whitening techniques that preserve the health of the enamel while removing yellow stains.

The results of these different treatments for tooth discoloration are immediate: teeth are instantly whiter and smiles become brighter.

After treatment, it is advisable to give up bad eating habits by limiting the consumption of products saturated with colorants, without forgetting to maintain good oral hygiene, to keep your teeth white and take care of your gums. Following these tips will help you effectively combat the factors responsible for tooth discoloration and prevent yellow stains from reappearing.

The cost of teeth cleaning and polishing or teeth whitening will be provided by your dentist and their team after an initial consultation. These teeth whitening treatments are specially designed to improve the appearance of tooth enamel and restore whiteness to teeth, even for people whose eating habits or lifestyle may cause their teeth to yellow.