Causes of yellowing and staining of teeth

The causes of yellowing or staining of teeth can be due to the following:

Born or due to aging

The color of teeth is largely determined by the milky white dentin that covers the dental pulp inside and the translucent enamel on the outside. Since this color varies from person to person, some people are born with slightly yellowish teeth.
As we age, dentin can also turn a yellowish color.

Dyes contained in food and luxury items

Foods and drinks such as coffee, wine, tea, curry, and tobacco contain ingredients that can stain teeth. If you have been consuming these foods and drinks for many years and neglect to clean your teeth, your teeth may become yellowed or stained.

Tartar

If you have periodontal disease and your gums bleed, the plaque in your mouth can combine with tartar to cause dark spots on your teeth.

Discoloration caused by illness or medication

Symptoms of certain diseases or side effects of medications can cause teeth to become discolored.

In addition, if the dental pulp dies for some reason, the tooth may become black.

Teeth whitening treatment

At our clinic, we can remove stains or whiten your teeth using the following methods:

Midtown Cleaning

Midtown Cleaning is a cleaning service that will help you regain your shiny, beautiful teeth.
It removes plaque from the surface of the teeth, plaque in gaps that are difficult to reach with daily care, and even removes stains from the back of the teeth. It is a gentle treatment that will put you to sleep comfortably.

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home whitening

This is a treatment method that allows patients to whiten their teeth whenever and wherever they like. A treatment mouthpiece and whitening agent made at the dental clinic are used.

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office whitening

This is a whitening method in which all procedures are completed at a dental clinic. The whitening agent is applied to the surface of the teeth before the procedure is performed. This method has immediate effects and is recommended for those who want to whiten their teeth in a short period of time.

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"Whiteness" in dental treatment

Yellowing and staining are not the only cases where tooth color is a concern. When a tooth is chipped for some reason, crowns and inlays are placed, and the color of the material is revealed.
For example, it may be easier to understand if you imagine metal (commonly known as silver fillings).
For patients who still want to restore their natural tooth color, our clinic offers the following methods:
In addition, those who are currently using metal or other treatments can change to the following materials.

Ceramic crowns and inlays (all-ceramic)

It is a filling made entirely of ceramic. Its color, texture, and luster are very close to those of natural teeth. There is no risk of metal allergies, and it is less likely to deteriorate over time, such as discoloration or wear, compared to composite resin, which is also known as a white cap/filling.

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Zirconia Crown

Zirconia is one of the strongest ceramic materials, and is also known as artificial diamond. It has the advantage of being highly aesthetic as a ceramic, with transparency and natural color, as well as being durable and strong, so it can be used on back teeth.

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Metal Crown

This is the most commonly used material for crowns and is known as a silver or gold filling. It can be made under the health insurance scheme.