Black marks/stains on the back of my teeth?
Today while brushing my teeth I noticed black stains or marks on the back of the front 4 on the bottom row. At first they looked so much like stains that I tried to sort of get them off with a tooth pick but that didn't really work. So I brushed my teeth normally and that didnt help either. I never noticed them before but I have no idea what it is. The black marks aren't too dark...more like dark brown if you ask me and on the lower portion of my teeth just above where the gums meet the teeth. What is this?
Slightly stained teeth, think its from throwing up?
The acid found in the stomach that aids in the digestion of food is very strong and can cause great damage to the enamel of the teeth, eventually destroying the many layers of enamel, leaving the more yellow dentin below more visible as it thins. If the vomiting has been going on for a very long time, this would be a possibility. Any time vomiting occurs, brush your teeth thoroughly making sure to clean the roof of your mouth, tongue and cheek tissue as well. My concern is with the cause for your vomiting; long term continued vomiting is and can be a sign of a more serious problem and should be treated as such, seek medical advice. If the teeth are only stained, this can be removed with a professional cleaning. With continued dental care and your excellent home care, the teeth can be restored to a brighter shade, if there is no permanent damage to the enamel from the vomiting. I would advise you see your doctor for an evaluation first to examine what is the cause for this. Additional information: If the enamel has been damaged due to the exposure of excessive stomach acids, it wouldn't be advisable to bleach your teeth without first being seen by your dentist. Ask your dentist which way will be safest for you to achieve whiter teeth. If the enamel has been damaged, you may not be able to bleach. In that case your only option may be having veneers or crowns placed.
What is a permanent solution for brown or black stains on teeth? I got my teeth cleaned at a dentist and lost some enamel. Is cleaning by dentist bad for teeth? He said there is not much we can do to get rid of these stains.
Hello..First of all, getting scaling done, either with hand instruments and ultrasonic scalers will no way remove the enamel of the teeth, if you get it done once or twice a year. Infact, the enamel is so hard that, the tips of the scalers which are made of stainless steel get worn out after about 200 cases, if used properly.So, i am sure the dentist was right when he said that enamel was not lost. Now the feeling you have that you may have lost tooth structure could be because of the presence of bands of calculus, which when removed, may seem like pieces of teeth, as well as the fact that the tongue percieves udulations of the proximal areas, which were formerly hidden by the calculus.BeforeAfterI am sure you do not have calculus as bad as in these pics, but then you never know. Also normally these bands are seen in the lingual (back/tongue) surface of teeth, and difficult to visualise by the patient themselves. Looks something like below, and can be easily confused for enamel.That said, there are two types of stains:Intrinsic stains: due to improper formation or mineralization of tooth during formation.Extrinsic stains: due to deposition of forrd and debris on the tooth.Whereas all types of extrinsic stains can be removed by basic scaling, treatment of intrinsic stains involves either bleaching the tooth, composite resin restoration, crownscrowns, veneers or a combination of the above.Coming to your query about darkened holes and "grooves"- these may be deep pits and fissures present on the occlusal table (chewing surface), which get stained easily, and is difficult but not impossible to clean completely; or could be initial decay, which your dentist may have overlooked. A second opinion would be best in such cases.Hope this helps you. Please feel free to clarify further in comments.Cheers..
How can I get rid of stains I have in between my teeth?
If you are flossing everyday and still get stains between your teeth you could try a dental floss that has silica imbedded in it. Don’t floss the way you would normally (scraping away from the gums) but use a back and forth motion the same way one would use a polishing cloth for shining shoes. Be extremely careful not to do this under the gum, only above the gum. This is not recommended to do on a daily basis, but perhaps once a week until it is time to return for your regular dental cleaning.If you can’t find this type of dental floss, usually advertised as “whitening” floss, then squish a paste made from baking soda and water and use this as the abrasive while seesawing the floss between the teeth. Again, be sure no to do this under the gums but only in the stained areas.
Brown stains on teeth?
The dark brown/black stains you see are extrinsic (meaning on the outside) stains. They're caused most commonly by tobacco products and tea. These stains adhere readily to tartar left behind. You probably see it behind your front bottom teeth because that's where we humans get the most tartar build-up (due to salivary glands down there depositing minerals and blah blah blah). So, since they're on the outside, and nice little scraping and polishing at your next appointment from your hygienist or dentist will clean them right off. To prevent them, limit the tobacco/dark drinks and instead of brushing your lower front teeth with the brush horizontal, turn it vertical and brush the backs of teeth straight up and down.
Black line on bottom of teeth?
It sounds as though you probably have tartar buildup. It forms when you don't brush all the plaque off your teeth. It's important to be sure that you brush along your gumline. Flossing plays a very important role in oral hygiene. It removes the plaque between your teeth that your toothbrush can't get. Chances are that since you don't floss regularly, you probably have tartar between your teeth too... you just can't see it. Anyways, you really should schedule an appointment to see a dentist. Even though it SOUNDS like it's tartar build-up, you want to be sure it's not decay. The only way to know for sure is to have a dental exam. I hope that's all it is... that can easily be taken care of with a good, thorough cleaning.
What causes brown color/stain in between teeth in the gum? How can I get rid of it?
The brown stains seen in between the teeth in the gums are external stains that are due to substances deposited on the outer surface of teeth, behind the teeth, on the chewing surface and along the gumline. These external stains are a result of the following factors:a. Diet: Excessive intake of beverages such as tea, coffee is one of the major causes of tooth staining. Incase you consume about 2–3 cups of tea or coffee each day, it will not cause any harm to your teeth. However, anything more than this will tend to result in the staining of the teeth.b. Improper brushing: Due to improper and irregular brushing, the surface of the teeth do not get cleaned properly. This leads to the growth of bacteria in the oral cavity. Eventually, it leads to the formation of a biofilm (mass of bacteria) that sticks to the tooth surface. As this film hardens it forms tarter. Tarter is often brown or light yellow in color.c. Smoking and chewing tobacco: Tobacco is another important factor for causing brown stains on your teeth and gums. If not attended at the right time, these may increase and become permanent.d. Primary caries: At times, teeth that are prone to caries also appear to be stained.Any kind of stain can be removed by scaling (cleaning of teeth) by a dentist.You can take note of following points in your daily oral routine:At home, make it a point to brush your teeth twice a day.To achieve better results, make sure you choose the right brush and clean your teeth the right way.Use interdental aids such as interdental brushes and floss at home to clean the surfaces between the teeth.Visit a dentist once every six months to keep a track of dental health and any other dental issuesBy Dr. Varun GuptaThe Editorial Team, 1mg
Why are the back of my teeth brown?
I stuck a mirror in my mouth today and 4 of my teeth are slightly brown at the back. They are my 2 big teeth and both my incisors. I am a smoker and I have slight Malocclusion. Is this something I need to worry about? Or could it just be staining or normal teeth discolouration? it's only on those 4 teeth I brush twice a day! Please don't tell me to check with my dentist. I do not have one at the moment so your best guess is all I can go with.