{"id":3730,"date":"2021-04-23T11:36:50","date_gmt":"2021-04-23T15:36:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.opencare.com\/blog\/?p=3730"},"modified":"2021-04-23T13:15:58","modified_gmt":"2021-04-23T17:15:58","slug":"yellow-teeth-causes-home-remedies-and-treatment-options","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.opencare.com\/blog\/yellow-teeth-causes-home-remedies-and-treatment-options\/","title":{"rendered":"Yellow teeth: Causes, home remedies, and treatment options"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 6<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

Many people have yellowish teeth, even those with excellent dental hygiene. What\u2019s more, yellow teeth aren\u2019t necessarily a sign of anything bad. Depending on what\u2019s causing your yellow teeth, they may still be perfectly healthy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Yellow teeth can be a huge insecurity for many, and so it’s common to look for ways to whiten their discolored teeth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here you\u2019ll learn about what causes yellow teeth, remedies you can try at home, and what your treatment options are. For a perfect smile, understand these yellow teeth causes and remedies.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t

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What causes yellow teeth?<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are a few things that can cause yellow teeth. Proper oral hygiene like brushing and flossing regularly and visiting the dentist are all a big help in staving off tooth discoloration. However, even if you follow all of your dentist\u2019s instructions, you might still have yellow teeth because there is another underlying cause.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s take a look at some common y<\/span>ellow teeth causes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Food<\/span><\/h3>\n

Just as some foods can stain your clothing, they can also stain your teeth. Coffee and tea are common offenders and you\u2019ll see that older lovers of these beverages will often sport yellowed teeth.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Other common offenders include red wine, dark sauces like soy sauce or balsamic vinegar, colas, and chocolate. Even some strongly-colored fruits and vegetables like beets, pomegranates, cherries, and blueberries can stain your teeth. However, this not an excuse to eat your beets \u2014!<\/span><\/p>\n

These are surface-levels stains that can be treated easily professionally, and even at home.<\/p>\n\n

Smoking<\/span><\/h3>\n

Smoking is seriously bad for you, causing a whole <\/span>list of health problems<\/span><\/a> including cancer, diabetes, stroke, heart disease, and more. Not surprisingly, the negative effect of smoking on your oral health is no exception. If you smoke, you should kick the habit for good starting now, but seek help if you need it!.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Both the nicotine and tar in tobacco can cause stains on the outside of your teeth. However, all is not lost if you dream of having whiter teeth. All you have to do is stop smoking and start using a tooth whitening product. Smoking stains can be stubborn, but with patience and a steady oral healthcare regimen, you can eventually enjoy a whiter smile.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you’re a regular smoker, consider seeing a dentist frequently. Dentists can spot complications from smoking before they turn into preventable diseases.<\/p>\n

Illness<\/span><\/h3>\n

In addition to their own symptoms, some illnesses can cause discolored teeth. What\u2019s more, some medical treatments like chemotherapy for head or neck cancers can also have a negative effect on the color of your teeth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Medications<\/span><\/h3>\n

The medications you take for certain conditions such as asthma or high blood pressure can cause yellow teeth. Even antihistamines can be a guilty party.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n

At your next <\/span>dentist appointment<\/span><\/a> ask for help with yellowed teeth and be sure to tell your dentist about any medications, even over-the-counter ones, that you may be taking. This can help them narrow down the root cause of your yellow or brown teeth.<\/span><\/p>\n

Trauma<\/span><\/h3>\n

Trauma to the tooth, such as being struck while suffering a sports injury, can also cause discoloration.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Fluoride<\/span><\/h3>\n

Yep, you can have too much of a good thing. <\/span>Fluoride<\/span><\/a> being one.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In small amounts, it can help strengthen your teeth and prevent cavities, but get too much and you\u2019ll enjoy a dull, yellow smile instead.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Genetics<\/span><\/h3>\n

Some people just have yellowish teeth. Dentin, the inner layer of your teeth underneath the enamel, is naturally a yellow color. Some people have thinner tooth enamel or it\u2019s more transparent, causing the yellowish color of the dentin to shine through. They may have perfectly strong, healthy teeth, but have been unlucky enough to inherit yellow-colored teeth in a society that\u2019s obsessed with pearly whites.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the types of tooth discoloration (stains)?<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are two types of teeth stains \u2014 extrinsic and intrinsic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Extrinsic stains are caused by external factors. For example, smoking or eating dark-colored foods can lead to stained teeth. These stains primarily affect the tooth enamel and while you might have to work hard to remove them, rest assured they can usually be removed.<\/span><\/p>\n

Intrinsic stains are a bit trickier to deal with. These stains are caused by internal factors and affect the dentin, an inner layer of your tooth that lies below the enamel.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For instance, taking some medications or overexposure to fluoride (particularly as a child) can cause brown spots on your teeth. Adults aren\u2019t safe either. Keep in mind that prescription-strength mouthwashes prescribed by dentists to treat gingivitis and other tooth problems often contain chlorhexidine\u2013a compounds that can also discolor your teeth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t

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Why are my teeth yellow even though I have good dental hygiene?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Because of the nature of yellow teeth, it is possible to maintain the strictest tooth-brushing regimen in the world and still end up with yellow or brown teeth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Good oral hygiene can help stave off extrinsic stains by attacking them before they can fully form. However, intrinsic stains are harder to control. All the vigorous flossing and brushing you can muster won\u2019t keep your teeth from discoloring due to a medication.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How can yellow teeth be prevented?<\/span><\/h2>\n

It is relatively simple to prevent yellow teeth. Maintain proper dental hygiene and avoid the other factors that can cause tooth staining. In other words:<\/span><\/p>\n