Have you noticed that as you age, your teeth seem to be getting darker? This is often the result of external teeth stains and discolouration. But what causes it?
Certain foods and drinks can have adverse effects on your beautiful smile. As your Davisville Toronto dentist, I thought it would be great to take a look at what causes these discolourations and how you can protect your white smile from the dark!
The Dreaded Teeth Stain Culprits
Some of our most favourite drinks can actually be harmful to our oral health. Coffee, tea, grape juice, red wine, beet juice and even dark coloured sauces like soy can be culprits!
Drinks high in acidity like energy drinks, pop and wine can actually be even more harmful because the acid can soften the outer layer of enamel. This makes your teeth even more susceptible to high staining foods that you eat throughout the day. These drinks have the ability to wear down your teeth making them more vulnerable to stain attacks!
Hot drinks like your morning cup of coffee or afternoon tea can have a detrimental impact on your oral health. The constant and drastic temperature changes cause your teeth to actually expand and contract. This allows those nasty stains to penetrate the enamel.
Teeth Stains: What Can You Do to Fight Back
There’s good news! There are things you can do to get your pearly white smile back if you’ve noticed darkening over the years. Most of these external teeth stains can be removed with a strong and consistent cleaning and polishing regime.
To take it a step further, there are plenty of services available to you. From bleaching to our amazing ZOOM whitening to veneers, there are ways to overcome those dreaded teeth stains.
Next Steps
Are you unhappy with your teeth stains and colour? We can help find the right solution for you! Visit my website to schedule a consultation OR drop into my Davisville dental office! Don’t forget to follow me on Facebook and Twitter for the latest dental tips, tricks and advice!