A 46-year-old member asked:
Thoughts? could my teeth change their color by drinking black tea?
3 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Theodore Davantzisanswered
Dentistry 42 years experience
Staining: Your teeth may stain by drinking dark liquids.
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A Verified Doctoranswered
Dentistry 38 years experience
Tea can stain: Black tea can stain teeth and everyone differs in how much this happens. So try to limit the amount of tea you drink. Drink more water, this is better than too much caffeine.
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Dr. Heidi Fowler commented
Psychiatry 27 years experience
I agree w Dr. Eleczko. If you really desire to drink tea- encourage the healthier varieties - green, red & white tea.
Aug 11, 2013
Dr. Gary Sandleranswered
Dentistry 56 years experience
Black tea: Coffee and tea can cause external staining of teeth, but do not change the actual color of teeth. Brushing properly after drinking these liquids limits the staining. It's also dependent upon the frequency of use. A dentist can always professionally clean your teeth and remove the staining.
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