Buchanan Cosmetic Dentist
Your teeth are subject to discoloration and staining on a daily basis. Unfortunately, many of the foods and beverages that we consume every day contribute to the gradual discoloration of tooth enamel. Luckily, there are plenty of new solutions that can easily rectify such concerns, but aside from teeth whitening services such as those offered here at Montrose Dental Associates, it is always helpful to know some of the common causes of tooth stains as well. If you are interested in learning more or if you wish to schedule an appointment for teeth whitening, our Buchanan cosmetic dentist Dr. Lyu can help.
Unfortunately, most people experience some kind of tooth staining or discoloration in their lives. There are whitening toothpastes, gels and mouthwashes that you can use to alleviate the effects but none of these will be quite as effective as a professional teeth whitening session with our Buchanan cosmetic dentist here at Montrose Dental Associates. It can also be helpful to know what causes tooth stains and yellowing in the first place. Knowing the causes can help the results of your teeth bleaching session last even longer. Some beverages can have quite a noticeable effect on the color of your teeth and some of the main ones include red wine, tea, coffee, soda and even sports drinks. Even certain fruits and vegetables, such as apples and potatoes, can stain your teeth as well. Additionally there are several diseases and medical conditions that can affect the appearance of tooth enamel as well, such as certain chemotherapy treatments and some infections that can affect pregnant women. Some medications can cause tooth discoloration as well. Antibiotics like tetracycline and doxycycline can discolor tooth enamel when they are given to children whose teeth are still developing. Antihistamines like Benadryl or drugs for high blood pressure can have the same effect. Also, be careful of mouthwashes that contain chlorhexidine and cetylpridinium chloride which may also stain teeth. Smoking and other forms of tobacco use, aging and simply genetics are other culprits as well.
Here at Montrose Dental Associates, we can provide with our state-of-the-art in-office bleaching system that will noticeably make your teeth whiter and brighter in no time. While knowing the foods and habits that can cause tooth stains, it is still a comfort to know that a teeth whitening session with our Buchanan cosmetic dentist, Dr. Lyu, can lift those stains and improve your smile.
Buchanan Dentist Office
2118 Albany Post Road
Montrose, New York 10548
(914) 417-4159
By Montrose Dental Associates
March 23, 2015
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