Intrinsic And Extrinsic Tooth Stains

Intrinsic tooth stains originate from within the tooth, often due to factors like genetics or excessive fluoride exposure. Extrinsic stains, on the other hand, are located on the tooth's surface and result from factors like food, drink, or tobacco use.

  
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How to remove yellow stains from teeth?

Query: Hello doctor, I have yellow discoloration on my teeth. The stains persist even after getting my teeth cleaned. The nearby dentist informed that the stains are due to chlorine content in the water. What should I do to remove these stains?  Read Full »


Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yellowish discoloration of the tooth has multiple causes. In your case, as the stains are not going with cleaning and scaling, it can be due to any one of the Fluoride in water causing problems during tooth formation. Injury to the tooth during childhood. Any systemic p...  Read Full »

I have red spots on my teeth, which were white earlier. What could be the reason?

Query: Hello doctor, I have red spots on my teeth, and I have not taken any medications or visited a dentist before. Initially, these spots were white, but now they are turning into red spots. How can I send you photos of my teeth for evaluation? What should I do about this issue?  Read Full »


Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. So, this is your first time interacting with a dentist, right? Please do not worry, there is nothing to be apprehensive about. As a maxillofacial surgeon, I will address your concerns. Red or white spots on your teeth ca...  Read Full »

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