All about Yellow teeth! Know it from the experts

From YouTube advertisements to DIY pastes using activated charcoal to OTC tooth whitening kits, it seems like we’re all on a quest to achieve the brightest, whitest teeth possible. But yellow teeth is not always a sign of bad dental health ! It could just as well be your bad dental habits !!!!!

With a little change and a little help , you can get the whitest white teeth ever !

Teeth yellowing is a common enough occurrence, but many people don’t fully understand why it happens—and misconceptions about teeth stains run rampant. To help you separate fact from fiction, we’ve rounded up a few of the most common myths about yellow teeth.

Everyone’s teeth are naturally white except mine !

Let’s start with this one, since it’s one of the most common misconceptions about tooth discoloration. Teeth aren’t naturally a dazzling, white color, unless you are getting them professionally cleaned and bleached weekly !

Your teeth are composed of minerals, cementum, dental pulp, and dentin—that last of which has a natural yellow tone. While the enamel that covers dentin is white, it’s translucent enough to allow dentin to show through. Having thinner enamel means that the dentin shows up more, which causes teeth to have a more yellowish tone.

My yellow teeth are unhealthy

No they might not look good but they are not unhealthy! While it’s true that plaque buildup can amplify yellow tones in the teeth, having yellow teeth does not necessarily mean your teeth aren’t strong enough ! If you are conscious about your smile and your pictures, you might despise your yellow teeth but they are not signs of sickness!

Tooth discoloration is often caused by tea, coffee or wine intake and it doesn’t necessarily mean an unhealthy smile.

As long as you follow a solid at-home cleaning regimen, have routine dental cleanings and plaque removal, you don’t need to worry about yellow teeth impacting your overall health.

Straws will save your teeth from stains

This myth originates from a simple idea: if drinks like soda and coffee can stain your teeth, a straw will keep them from making contact with your teeth.

While it sounds good in theory—and we’d love to have a foolproof way to avoid teeth discoloration from certain beverages—straws simply don’t do anything to protect your teeth. Whether you drink through a straw or a regular cup, the liquid swishes around the inside of your mouth before swallowing. So go ahead, sip and enjoy your favorite beverages—just plan on getting regular dental cleanings to keep them white and bright !

Brush after eating or drinking anything !

To lower your risk of having stained teeth, brush soon after eating or drinking beverages that can stain teeth like tea and coffee and use a toothpaste that removed surface staining. And, of course, have your teeth cleaned professionally twice a year at least from a dentist near you !

Teeth whitening can brighten yellowed teeth

Yes!!!!Professional teeth whitening can break up yellow stains and discolorations on your teeth, leaving you with a brighter smile. While over-the-counter whitening products are easily available and might seem more convenient, they’re not as safe or effective as professional whitening services. In the hands of a professional, you can enjoy whiter smile that you’re proud to show off without damaging your teeth.

For the whitest, brightest smile contact a Partha Clinic near you today!