Tooth discoloration 

Contents

 1 Causes of tooth discoloration

 2 Treating discoloration of the teeth

 2.1 Lemon juice

 2.2 Salt

 

 Causes of tooth discoloration

There are many reasons that lead to a change in the color of the teeth, including the following:

 Tobacco

Smoking or chewing tobacco may contribute to dental contamination. Food and beverages Coffee, tea, cola, and some fruits and vegetables, such as apples and potatoes, may contribute to tooth discoloration.

diseases

 Some diseases may contribute to discoloration of the teeth, affecting the enamel which is the hard surface of the teeth and dentin which is the lower substance that lies under the enamel, where head and neck rays and chemical treatments can cause a change in the color of the teeth.

 aging

Age contributes to revealing the natural yellow color of the dentin layer. Fluorida Eating fluoride from natural sources such as water or excessive use of toothpaste and fluoride supplements may contribute to discoloration of the teeth.

 Tooth discoloration treatment

Lemonade

Teeth pigmentation can be treated in a natural way through the use of lemon juice, where a toothbrush can be dipped in a mixture of salt and lemon, then brushed the teeth well, and then rinsed the mouth with water, and to get the best results, repeat this process only once a week.

 the salt

 One of the natural remedies that is used to treat discoloration and whiten teeth is salt, as it balances the pH in the mouth and turns it into an alkaline environment that does not allow bacteria and germs to survive, and this feature can be taken advantage of by dipping the toothbrush in a solution consisting of Half a teaspoon of salt dissolved in 30 ml of water and then rinsed with it teeth. You can also rinse your mouth with this solution after eating, to help maintain the cleanliness of the mouth and throat and to treat various mouth ulcers.