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What could be the black stains present in my baby's teeth?

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Published At January 18, 2020
Reviewed AtJanuary 18, 2020

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have noticed this black stain on my daughter's teeth recently. what could be the cause? she has got her lower two teeth in 8 months and upper at 10 months. I started brushing her teeth a week ago.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have gone through your attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). After watching the photograph, there seems to be extrinsic stains. These may be because of improper brushing, food stains, etc.

Proper cleaning of teeth and cleaning of teeth after taking food will remove them if they are extrinsic food stains. If not getting removed kindly visit a nearby dentist.

There may be another reason also for black stains or stains.

What kind of toothpaste do you use, fluoridated or non-fluoridated?

For any catch regarding caries, it should be checked clinically. Drinking water fluoride levels also important to know.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

The toothpaste which I use says a safe fluoride level. I have tried to clean it with brushing, but could not remove those stains.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Ideally, for kids of above age, we should use non-fluoridated toothpaste. As per photograph, they look like an extrinsic stain.

Does baby have any other systemic problem apart from this such as infection or fever?

For ruling out caries as one of the cause you need to check it clinically. So better to visit pedodontist for any other possibilities, though it does not seem to be, better to get evaluated.

Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Kandi Disha Yermal
Dr. Kandi Disha Yermal

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