What causes staining or yellow teeth?
There are several causes for tooth discoloration. Common causes of yellow or discolored teeth include: – Drinks like wine, soda, coffee and tea, and even foods like apples, potatoes, or beets can cause discoloration – Tobacco Use: Smoking and smokeless tobacco can cause staining on the teeth. – Poor Dental Hygiene: Insufficient brushing and flossing, especially in conjunction with frequent use of staining foods, drinks, and tobacco can cause tooth discoloration – Disease: There are many diseases that can affect oral health and the color and appearance of the teeth. In other cases, treatments of some diseases can have side effects resulting in tooth discoloration. – Medications: Certain antibiotics like tetracycline and doxycycline are known to cause tooth discoloration when given to children with developing teeth. – Dental Materials: Items like composite materials and amalgam, especially materials containing silver sulfide can cause gray or black coloring on teeth.
