Question 1

how can i fix discoloration on teeth?

Accepted Answer

Discoloration: Discoloration on teeth might be able to be fixed with a professional cleaning, tooth whitening, tooth colored composite bonding, porcelain laminates or all ceramic crowns (or combinations of these techniques). See a dentist for a personal evaluation and consultation to explore your options and what would be best in your particular circumstances.

Question 2

why might someone have discoloration on their teeth?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: Developmental stresses --during tooth development--(illness and certain antiobiotics) can cause this.  Teeth may have stained plaque, foods and beverages can contribute to this.  The stain may be only on the outside of the teeth and can be polished away or it may be within the inner dentin layer and need to be bleached away.

Question 3

hereditary discoloration of teeth, is this possible?

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Definitely  : hereditary component plays a big role in a process of the  teeth staining. Here are some common factors: natural causes such as medication intake during development, hereditary factors, metabolism, age, just to name a few. Hope it make sense. 
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Question 4

what is a low cost way for me to treat teeth discoloration?

Accepted Answer

Strips & custom tray: Most any brand of over the counter whitening strips are very good.  Don't waste your money on whitening toothpaste or whitening mouthwash...They simply don't work and are a marketing gimmick. The only way to whiten teeth is to hold the whitening gel on the teeth for long periods of time such as in strips or custom trays that the dentist can make for you.

Question 5

i am getting my teeth bonded soon for discoloration. will it be painful?

Accepted Answer

It shouldn't: Getting your teeth bonded for esthetic reasons should not be painful at all. Since a dental drill won't be used or used minimally, the tooth preparation for the bonding will not go near the dentin of the teeth where there are nerve fibers. Enamel has no nerve fibers in it so slight trimming of this will not hurt. It may feel funny, but won't hurt.

Question 6

why does my baby's teeth popping out with some black discoloration at the tips?

Accepted Answer

Stain or decay?: This is most likely staining, although it could be decay.  Make sure you have it looked at by a pedodontist (pediatric dentist) just to be sure.  Also make sure your child does not go to sleep with a bottle with anything else in it other than water!  otherwise your child can develop nursing bottle mouth syndrome which can be devastating to his\her teeth.

Question 7

i'm going t be getting my teeth bonded soon for discoloration. will it be very painful?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: If the bonding is just for color change, generally the enamel is just roughed up to aid adhesion.  This is usually done without anesthetic unless the teeth are  very sensitive to begin with.

Question 8

side of teeth look like they are slightly chipped. the is no discoloration at the gum or top of tooth. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Yes: See your dentist who can examine your teeth and tell you if you require any dental treatment.

Question 9

how to prevent toddler teeth discoloration?

Accepted Answer

How old is toddler?: Dental history?
Antibiotic history?
Brushes his/her teeth?

It depends on the cause of the discoloration, in addition to all of the above factors. If your toddler is over 2 years old, it's time to see the dentist. You'll get a more accurate answer from a dentist who can ask you these questions and examine your child.

Question 10

how can you prevent teeth discoloration from coffee?

Accepted Answer

Try a straw: I have seen, mostly young females, drinking coffee though a straw. Especially if they have made the investment in whitening their teeth this seemed to me to be a creative way to minimize the contact of the coffee with the tooth surface to prevent staining.

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