Have you noticed that your teeth are not as white as they used to be? They might be losing the natural brightness due to accumulation of stains on the surface of the teeth. The discoloration can occur due to a host of reasons, including:
Poor Dental Hygiene
Experts recommend that you should brush and floss your teeth after every meal to remove food debris. Brushing your teeth will help prevent staining, discoloration and most importantly, tooth decay and gum diseases which are mainly caused by the buildup of harmful bacteria in the mouth.
Food and Drinks
Some foods are known to contain color pigments that can stain your teeth. They include tea, coffee, red wine, tomato sauce and some types of berries. Food and drinks cause mild staining. Teeth whitening in Mount Prospect can help in removing these stains.
Tobacco
Some studies have shown that tobacco contains up to 4,000 different compounds. Nicotine and tar are the major components of cigarettes, and they are responsible for teeth staining. Even after undergoing teeth whitening in Mount Prospect, you will need to cut down on your smoking to maintain the sparkling white teeth.
Age
Age causes a lot of changes in your body, including discoloration and wearing down of the teeth enamel. With time, the enamel wears out, exposing the yellow color of the dentin. There are a host of options for teeth whitening, including over the counter and professional teeth whitening techniques.
If you would like to treat the stains on your teeth, please contact Schumer Family Dental Care, and they will be happy to assist you. Visit their website to schedule an appointment.
